Activities Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Now Hiring: Activities Assistant (Full-Time)

Are you energetic, compassionate, and looking for a career where you can truly make a difference? At The Banyan at Montclair, we believe every resident deserves purpose, connection, and joy each day. We're looking for a dedicated Activities Assistant to help create memorable experiences that enrich the lives of our residents.

If you love working with seniors, enjoy planning fun activities, and want to be part of a caring team that feels like family, we'd love to meet you!

✔ Competitive Pay

✔ Health, Dental & Vision Insurance

✔ Paid Vacation & Holidays

✔ Supportive and Friendly Work Environment

✔ Opportunities for Career Growth and Advancement

✔ Employee Recognition Programs

✔ Meaningful Work That Makes a Difference Every Day

As an Activities Assistant, you will play an important role in enhancing our residents' quality of life by creating opportunities for socialization, entertainment, learning, and personal fulfillment.

Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with the planning and implementation of daily activity programs

• Leading group activities, games, crafts, exercise programs, and special events

• Providing one-on-one visits and engagement for residents

• Encouraging resident participation and fostering positive relationships

• Escorting residents to and from activities as needed

• Assisting with community outings and holiday celebrations

• Maintaining activity supplies and program areas

• Documenting resident attendance and participation

• Helping create a warm, welcoming, and vibrant atmosphere throughout the facility

• High School Diploma or GED required

• Previous experience in long-term care, assisted living, memory care, recreation, or customer service preferred

• Passion for working with older adults

• Positive attitude and strong interpersonal skills

• Creative, energetic, and dependable

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team

• Strong communication and organizational skills

• Ability to adapt activities to meet residents' varying abilities and interests

At The Banyan at Montclair, our residents are more than just residents—they are family. Every smile, conversation, activity, and special event creates moments that matter. If you're looking for a rewarding career where your work has a lasting impact, apply today and become part of a team dedicated to making every day brighter.

The Banyan at Montclair is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other status protected by applicable law.