Activity Assistant Full Time

Activity Assistant (Lifestyle Assistant) – The Piper Kansas City, KS | Full-Time | Sunday–Thursday | 9:30am–5:30pm Fridays and Saturdays always yours. Bring joy to one of Kansas City's most beautiful communities. The Piper — one of Kansas City's most elegant Assisted Living and Memory Care communities — is seeking a creative, energetic Full-Time Activity Assistant (Lifestyle Assistant) to lead life enrichment programming for our residents. With a consistent Sunday–Thursday schedule, you'll always have Friday and Saturday off — and spend your workweek making a genuine difference in the lives of people who truly appreciate it. What You’ll Do: Plan and lead engaging daily activities — fitness, music, arts, games, social events, and more Build genuine relationships with residents, honoring their individual stories and preferences Coordinate special events, outings, and seasonal programming Transport residents on community outings safely and responsibly Support a warm, vibrant environment where residents feel valued every single day Be the consistent, caring presence that makes The Piper feel alive every shift What You Bring: Strong interest in working with seniors and genuine understanding of their needs — required Valid driver's license and clean driving record — required 1–2 years of experience in a work-related environment — preferred Self-motivated, independent, and flexible Pleasant, friendly, and dependable — always No certifications required Why The Piper? The Piper is one of Kansas City's most beautiful and highly-regarded senior living communities — a place where residents are treated like family and associates are genuinely valued. A consistent Sunday–Thursday schedule with Fridays and Saturdays always off makes this a lifestyle role worth building a career in. 401(k) with Immediate Vesting — 100% match up to 3% Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance Paid Time Off | 9 Holidays | Birthday Holiday Double-time pay on designated holidays Referral Bonuses WorkTango Associate Recognition Program Educational Investment Program — up to $1,000 Growth & Development Opportunities The Piper | 2300 N. 113th Terrace, Kansas City, KS 66109 Full-Time | Sun–Thu | Fri & Sat Off | Clean Driving Record Required The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Assistant is to assist the Lifestyle Director in providing a full-time social and activity program at the Community for all residents and families. Encouraging resident socialization, improving daily living skills, expanding personal interests, increasing physical activity and education. Making every effort to maintain and expand the lifestyle of all the residents. Areas of Responsibility Assist the Lifestyle Director in conducting and coordinating scheduled activities seven days a week for all the residents at the Community. Assist in preparing the monthly Lifestyle calendar, posting the calendar, and distributing it to all residents. Facilitate and support monthly resident council meetings and other resident meetings as directed by the Lifestyle Director. Assist the Lifestyle Director in contacting appropriate community groups and volunteers to perform specific activities and to assist in the Lifestyle programs. Assist in scheduling transportation for residents. Be prepared to drive the property vehicles on an as needed basis. Assessing residents’ social and lifestyle activity preferences. Other job duties assigned – see full job description. Required Qualifications Must be a minimum of 18 years of age or 21 to drive the company bus. Must possess a valid driver’s license for the state where the vehicle is operated. Must possess high energy/enthusiasm, decision making, problem solving, planning/organization, and rapport building skills. Must have positive Criminal Background Screening. Must possess and maintain a valid driver’s license and an acceptable Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) in accordance with Company Fleet Safety standards. Driving is an essential function of this position and a condition of employment. Associates in this role are required to meet and maintain Company driving eligibility and insurability requirements to perform assigned job duties. MVR reviews will be conducted at hire and periodically thereafter in accordance with Company policy. Failure to meet or maintain Company driving standards may result in removal from driving responsibilities and may impact continued employment eligibility for this position. The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy. Preferred Qualifications Minimum one (1) year of related experience at an independent living, assisted living, or senior nursing facility preferred. CDL license a perk, may be required at some locations, inquire within. #J-18808-Ljbffr