Activities Program Assistant

Program Activities Assistant Healthcare Department

At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. We envision a vibrant community where faith, wellness, and connection thrive together.

Guided by our core values Faith, Servant Leadership, Stewardship, Integrity, Innovation, and Joy, we are committed to creating an environment where both our team and those we serve can flourish. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore a career with us.

Benefits for Full-Time Team Members:

• Medical, Vision, Dental
• PTO
• Employer Retirement Contribution 4.5%
• HSA Match
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Supportive Environment and Leadership
• Amazing residents and collaborative teams!
• Access to early earned wages

Are you passionate about working with older adults and creating meaningful experiences? Join our dedicated team at Lakewood as a Program Assistant in our Healthcare Department!

About the Role:

As a Program Assistant, you will support the Program Manager & Director of Resident Services in organizing, leading, and documenting engaging activities for residents. You’ll help meet the social, emotional, cognitive, and physical needs of each resident, making a real difference in their daily lives.

What You’ll Do:

• Plan, implement, and lead individual and group activities
• Keep daily and monthly activity calendars updated and visible
• Support residents during on- and off-campus events
• Maintain attendance records and activity documentation
• Foster a safe, supportive, and inclusive environment
• Care for resident pets and their living spaces
• Ensure compliance with HIPAA and residents’ rights policies
• Assist with basic reading/writing tasks for residents
• Collaborate with volunteers and staff across departments

What We’re Looking For:

• Experience working with older adults (preferred)
• Strong organizational and time management skills
• Creativity, flexibility, and patience
• Ability to work with residents with cognitive and physical impairments
• Comfortable with physical activity (lifting up to 50 lbs occasionally)
• Computer proficiency required
• Positive attitude and team spirit

Working Conditions:

• Indoors in a well-lit, ventilated environment
• Some physical demands: lifting, bending, kneeling, and moving furniture
• Occasional off-campus trips

What We Offer:

• A supportive, mission-driven work environment
• Opportunities for continuing education and professional growth
• The chance to truly make an impact in the lives of residents

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.