Part-Time Activities Assistant Location:

Stafford, VA 22554 Position Overview Viva Senior Living is seeking a compassionate and dedicated Part-Time Activities Assistant to join our team in Stafford, VA. The ideal candidate will assist in creating an engaging, home-like atmosphere by planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of activities that promote resident adjustment, healthy lifestyles, and social satisfaction. This role requires a warm, outgoing personality and the ability to adapt activities to meet the diverse needs of our residents. Qualifications & Skills Must possess, at a minimum, a high school diploma or GED. Ability to work well with peers in a congenial work environment. Maintain the utmost compassion and dignity toward residents and adhere to the Resident Bill of Rights. Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English. Adhere to Viva Senior Living's attendance policies and terms and conditions of employment as outlined in the Employee Handbook. Maintain the highest standards in caring for and servicing the needs of residents and their family members or loved ones. Adhere to all facility policies and procedures. In exigent circumstances, may be subject to call back during emergency conditions (e.g., severe weather, evacuation, temporary staffing shortages). Responsibilities & Accountabilities Assist with creating an engaging, home-like atmosphere by planning, organizing, and implementing a variety of activities in line with Viva Senior Living's philosophies. Conduct a variety of activities for residents and their visiting family members or friends as directed by the Activity Director. Uphold resident morale by offering adequate and diversified engaging activities and ensuring sufficient supervision for each activity. Inform all residents of upcoming activities by referring to the schedule of events posted on the bulletin board. Distribute the daily activity schedule according to community protocol. Reach out to residents confined to their rooms and provide one-on-one entertainment options. Assist in planning outings to meet various resident needs. Accompany residents via bus to group events, activities, and houses of worship. Assist residents on and off the bus as necessary. Be innovative and creative to adapt to ever-changing day-to-day circumstances or situations. Adapt activities to keep residents interested and attentive. Maintain a lively, outgoing, inclusive, involved, and engaged persona. Maintain a current record of community services, resources, programs, and materials accessible to staff, residents, and residents' families. Perform all duties and responsibilities deemed appropriate and/or necessary by the Activity Director and Executive Director. Comply with other duties as required by state regulations. Adhere to scheduled shifts assigned by the Executive Director or Supervisor.