Activity Assistant - Memory Care

Department: Memory Care
Schedule: Tuesday - Saturday; 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour, Depending on Qualifications (DOQ)
Reports To: Memory Care Activity Director, Memory Care Nurse Manager, Administrator

About Weatherly Inn

Weatherly Inn is a family-owned senior living community known for excellence in memory care and resident-centered support. We work closely with families to provide compassionate, high-quality care in a warm, professional environment.

Benefits (Full-Time, 30+ hours/week)

• Medical insurance


• Dental insurance


• Vision insurance


• Life insurance


• Disability insurance


• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)


• Paid time off (PTO)

Position Overview

The Activity Assistant supports Memory Care residents by facilitating engaging programs and providing compassionate assistance. This role combines creativity, caregiving, and collaboration to enhance residents’ daily experiences.

Key Responsibilities

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  Lead and assist residents with scheduled activities, arts, crafts, and music programs

  
  


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  Encourage participation while respecting individual preferences

  
  


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  Coordinate activities with Assisted Living and Memory Care staff

  
  


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  Observe residents and report changes in behavior or safety concerns to nursing

  
  


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  Maintain a clean, safe, and organized activity environment

  
  


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  Respond promptly to emergencies or suspected abuse and notify supervisor

  
  


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  Perform other duties as assigned

  
  

Qualifications

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  High school diploma or GED required; Activity-related education preferred

  
  


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  1+ year experience in caregiving or activity programming

  
  


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  CPR & First Aid, Dementia & Mental Health training, and Food Handler’s Permit (or ability to obtain)

  
  


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  Valid Washington State Driver’s License with clean driving record

  
  


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  Strong communication, organization, multitasking, and creativity skills

  
  

Physical Requirements

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  Lift up to 50 lbs and assist residents as needed

  
  


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  Stand, walk, bend, squat, and perform repetitive arm/hand movements during shifts

  
  

We maintain a strong policy of Equal Employment Opportunity for all associates. We hire, train, promote, and compensate associates based on personal and professional competence and potential for advancement without regard for race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, disability, or citizenship, as well as other classifications protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws.