Independent Living Activities Assistant (THSL)
Civitas Senior Living, Tyler, Texas, United States, 75713
Independent Living Activities Assistant
The Independent Living Activities Assistant supports the Independent Living Activities Director in delivering a vibrant, resident-centered life enrichment program that enhances quality of life through social connection, wellness, creativity, and meaningful engagement. This position provides primary programming leadership on weekends and weekday coverage to ensure consistent activities are offered seven days per week. The Activities Assistant is instrumental in supporting parallel programming, event execution, and daily engagement while the Activities Director is leading outings, day trips, and higher-level program development. Pay Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Duties and Responsibilities: Activity Facilitation & Weekend Leadership: Serve as the primary activities team member on Saturdays and Sundays Facilitate scheduled programming with excellence Encourage participation, connection, and resident joy Encourage attendance for each activity to be noted in software (Sagely) Weekday Support & Director Coverage: Cover on-site activities while the IL Director is offsite on outings Run parallel activities reflecting varied resident interests Support balanced programming across physical, social, creative, and intellectual domains Support AD as needed with digital TV updates and newsletter creation Outings & Transportation Assistance: Drive the community bus and accompany residents on outings Assist with preparation, execution, and follow-up for excursions Event Preparation & Community Experience Support: Assist with planning, setup, dcor, and execution of events Support themed socials, celebrations, and performances Maintain welcoming, event-ready common spaces Resident Engagement & Connection: Build positive relationships with residents Foster inclusivity and belonging across offerings Support new resident integration into community life Communication & Program Support: Communicate resident feedback and participation trends to the Director Assist with Sagely updates, documentation, and photo sharing Support storytelling and marketing collaboration as needed Assist with Viva Engage photo sharing of events and activities Additional Support Duties: Set up, lead, and clean up after activities Maintain an organized and safe programming environment Complete other duties as assigned Civitas Senior Living - A Certified Great Place to Work! 90% of our employees say that their work has special meaning and that it is not "just a job." You can make a difference!
The Independent Living Activities Assistant supports the Independent Living Activities Director in delivering a vibrant, resident-centered life enrichment program that enhances quality of life through social connection, wellness, creativity, and meaningful engagement. This position provides primary programming leadership on weekends and weekday coverage to ensure consistent activities are offered seven days per week. The Activities Assistant is instrumental in supporting parallel programming, event execution, and daily engagement while the Activities Director is leading outings, day trips, and higher-level program development. Pay Status: Hourly, Non-Exempt Duties and Responsibilities: Activity Facilitation & Weekend Leadership: Serve as the primary activities team member on Saturdays and Sundays Facilitate scheduled programming with excellence Encourage participation, connection, and resident joy Encourage attendance for each activity to be noted in software (Sagely) Weekday Support & Director Coverage: Cover on-site activities while the IL Director is offsite on outings Run parallel activities reflecting varied resident interests Support balanced programming across physical, social, creative, and intellectual domains Support AD as needed with digital TV updates and newsletter creation Outings & Transportation Assistance: Drive the community bus and accompany residents on outings Assist with preparation, execution, and follow-up for excursions Event Preparation & Community Experience Support: Assist with planning, setup, dcor, and execution of events Support themed socials, celebrations, and performances Maintain welcoming, event-ready common spaces Resident Engagement & Connection: Build positive relationships with residents Foster inclusivity and belonging across offerings Support new resident integration into community life Communication & Program Support: Communicate resident feedback and participation trends to the Director Assist with Sagely updates, documentation, and photo sharing Support storytelling and marketing collaboration as needed Assist with Viva Engage photo sharing of events and activities Additional Support Duties: Set up, lead, and clean up after activities Maintain an organized and safe programming environment Complete other duties as assigned Civitas Senior Living - A Certified Great Place to Work! 90% of our employees say that their work has special meaning and that it is not "just a job." You can make a difference!