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Dunwoody Village

Activities Assistant (Full-Time) 9am-5pm

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A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.

$31,898 / year median in Pennsylvania

+5% projected growth

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Job Description

Activities Assistant (Full-Time) 9am-5pm Req #57 Dunwoody Village-CCRC, 3500 West Chester Pike, Newtown Square, Pennsylvania, United States of America Job Description Posted Thursday, August 6, 2026 at 10:00 PM The Dunwoody Village Recreation Department is devoted to empowering residents who reside in our Care Center to live life to the fullest. We respect and encourage their right to pursue leisure interests that bring them pleasure and preserve their dignity. Over 3,000 recreation programs are offered every year with the goal of keeping our residents cognitively, emotionally, and socially fulfilled. The Recreation Staff engages residents to realize their full potential through a wide variety of leisure activities. The Full Time Recreation Assistant (9am-5pm) is responsible for developing and implementing both group and individual recreation programs. Additional duties include but not limited to: Plan, develop and implement group recreation programs such as exercise class, word games, horticulture, arts and crafts etc. Inform Residents of daily events and escort Residents to and from group programs Identifies the individual abilities of residents and plans recreation programs to accommodate those abilities. Maintains a daily record of resident's participation in group and individual programs. Assists Manager in evaluating the effectiveness of program and participation levels of residents. To be considered for the job, candidates must meet the following requirements: Must be able to work a weekend and holiday rotation High School graduate Proficient in using Microsoft Word, Office, Facetime, and iTunes Able to read aloud to a group and or individual Demonstrates good judgment, problem solving and decision-making skills Organization & time management skills Able to work both independently and with supervision Cheerfulness, positive attitude and the ability to motivate people. Genuine liking and respect for the elderly, physically and cognitively impaired. While we certainly prefer candidates with relevant experience in Long Term Care or the Recreation Field, we are happy to train motivated persons with a desire to work with older adults. A position at Dunwoody Village may be just what you're looking for! Here's what "
THE DUNWOODY DIFFERENCE
" means: We are one of the few 5-star rated facilities in the region and we pride ourselves on a standard of providing exceptional care to our residents while maintaining a welcoming/supportive environment for our team members! We are easy to get to! Our employees who drive have access to ample free parking and our campus is easily accessible via public transportation from 69st Terminal. Bus Routes 104 and 120 are located directly across the street from our campus. Our full-time employees enjoy an extensive benefits package including medical, dental, vision, prescription, short-term disability, long-term disability and a 403b retirement plan that includes a generous company match + a year-end discretionary contribution. We also offer PTO, tuition assistance, and semi-annual bonuses. Qualified applicants may reply to this ad with a resume and cover letter (indicating salary expectations). Please note we will only contact candidates who meet the above criteria; please no phone calls about the position. All job offers are contingent on successful completion of a criminal background check, satisfactory references, Influenza record, and drug screen. Dunwoody Village is an equal opportunity employer and affords equal opportunity to all applicants for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, pregnancy, veteran status, or any other status protected under local, state, or federal laws. Dunwoody Village is a thriving and friendly community -- come make a difference and join our team today! Job Details Pay Type Hourly