Resident Engagement Assistant The Cottage at Litchfield Hills - 4.5 Torrington, CT Job Details Part-time $19 - $20 an hour 3 days ago Benefits 401(k) Flexible schedule Referral program Qualifications Professional networking Experience working with individuals with dementia Community engagement experience Interpersonal skills Working with seniors Full Job Description Resident Engagement Associate in Assisted Living & Memory Care | Part-Time or Per Diem Do you love working with seniors? Are you creative, energetic, and the kind of person who can get a room smiling, laughing, and participating? We want to meet you! We are looking for an enthusiastic Resident Engagement Associate to help bring fun, purpose, connection, and meaningful moments to the lives of our residents.

ASSISTED LIVING ACTIVITY EXPERIENCE REQUIRED

Part-Time or Per Diem | Flexible Schedule | Weekends Required This isn't a position where you'll spend your day sitting behind a desk. You'll be interacting with residents, leading programs, helping with special events, playing games, getting creative, enjoying music, celebrating holidays, and helping make our community feel like home. What You'll Do Lead fun, engaging activities for our Assisted Living and Memory Care residents. Assist with planning creative programs, special events, parties, entertainment, and outings. Encourage residents to get involved and help even our quieter residents feel included. Lead games, crafts, music, exercise, social programs, cognitive activities, and more. Develop meaningful relationships with residents and learn their interests, personalities, and stories. Provide specialized Memory Care activities including reminiscence, sensory programs, cognitive stimulation, and social engagement. Adapt programs so residents of different abilities can successfully participate. Help with activity setup, cleanup, decorating, supplies, and event preparation. Bring energy, enthusiasm, creativity, and FUN to the community! We're Looking for Someone Who... Has previous activity experience in Assisted Living or senior living —

REQUIRED.

Has experience working with individuals living with Alzheimer's disease or other forms of dementia. Is outgoing and comfortable leading a room full of residents. Is creative and can bring new ideas to the table. Is compassionate, patient, dependable, and positive. Doesn't wait for residents to come to them — you go out and get residents involved! Can work independently while also being a strong team player. Understands that successful resident engagement is about relationships, not just filling an activity calendar. Is flexible and willing to help wherever needed. Can work weekends. Why You'll Love This Position Every day is different! One day you may be leading bingo, the next you're helping with a themed party, creating an art project, dancing with residents, assisting with an outing, or simply sitting with someone and making them smile. You have the opportunity to make someone's day — every single day. If you're looking for a position where you can be creative, have fun, build meaningful relationships, and make a genuine difference in the lives of seniors, we'd love to hear from you! Bring your personality. Bring your creativity. Bring your ideas. Most importantly, bring your heart. Apply today and come help us create moments that matter!

Pay:

$19.00 - $20.00 per hour

Benefits:

401(k) Referral program

Experience:

Assisted Living Activity Assistant:

2 years (Required)

Work Location:

In person