Job Description:
Join Our Team as an Activities Assistant!
Memory care experience is a requirementAre you a creative, energetic, and people-loving individual who enjoys making a difference? Dimensions Living Kenosha is looking for an Activities Assistant to support resident engagement and programming. If you’re ready to bring joy, connection, and meaningful experiences to seniors every day, we want YOU on our team!
At Dimensions Living Kenosha we’re all about making lives better—whether it’s for our residents, clients, or the incredible people who work with us (that’s you!). We believe in the power of hospitality, stewardship, integrity, respect, and humor®, and we bring those values to life every single day.
Now, let’s talk about YOU and why you’ll love this role:
- Bring Life to the Community:
- Assist in planning and leading fun, enriching group and one-on-one activities for residents.
- Support a monthly calendar of events including games, crafts, fitness, music, outings, and special events.
- Encourage resident participation and tailor activities to meet various physical and cognitive abilities.
- Foster Engagement & Connection:
- Build meaningful relationships with residents through personalized interactions and encouragement.
- Promote a positive environment that supports emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.
- Assist with transportation and supervision for outings and community events.
- Support Daily Operations:
- Help set up and clean activity spaces, ensuring all materials and supplies are ready to go.
- Maintain accurate attendance records, progress notes, and resident feedback.
- Help decorate for holidays, events, and themed programs to create a festive and welcoming atmosphere.
- Collaborate with the Team:
- Work alongside Life Enrichment Directors, nursing staff, and volunteers to support the overall activity program.
- Provide ideas for new activities and improvements based on resident interests and suggestions.
What You Bring to the Table:
(Besides Your Creativity) ✔ Experience & Personality:
Prior experience in recreation, life enrichment, or senior living preferred, but not required.
Energetic, enthusiastic, and comfortable engaging with individuals and groups.
Friendly, adaptable, and ready to pitch in wherever needed.
✔ Skills & Abilities:
Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
Ability to motivate and encourage participation in residents of all ability levels.
Organized and dependable with a “can-do” attitude.
✔ Physical Requirements:
Ability to stand, walk, bend, and lift during activities and events. Comfortable working indoors and outdoors, including pushing wheelchairs and assisting with mobility.
✔ Certifications:
(if applicable):Valid driver’s license preferred for outings and transportation. CPR/First Aid certification a plus or willingness to obtain upon hire.
Perks & Benefits:- (Because You Deserve It!)Competitive hourly pay & shift differentials
- Paid time off & flexible scheduling options
- Health, dental & vision insurance for qualifying team members
- Ongoing training & career growth opportunities
- A supportive, mission-driven team that values your impact every day
Schedule: Full-time (8am-4pm)
Dimensions Living Kenosha is an Equal Opportunity Employer
