Part time Activities Assistant

The Davis Community is a distinguished senior living neighborhood located in Wilmington, North Carolina, with a rich history spanning over 60 years. Established in the early 1960s as a skilled nursing facility, The Davis Community has grown and evolved into a premier healthcare center specializing in senior care. Known for its compassionate approach, the community emphasizes honoring the dignity and respect of every resident. Over the decades, The Davis Community has expanded its services beyond skilled nursing to offer a comprehensive range of senior living options aimed at enhancing the quality of life for its residents. This commitment to excellence has made it one of the most respected and sought-after senior living communities in the region. They take pride in creating an empowering and inclusive environment where seniors can thrive, enjoy companionship, and actively engage in a fulfilling retirement experience.

The Davis Community places a strong emphasis on a culture of respect and personalized service. This culture is palpable and consistently demonstrated by all employees, ensuring that residents and visitors alike feel valued and cared for. Staff members are dedicated to providing individualized attention and fostering a warm, welcoming atmosphere. The organization seeks to constantly improve and elevate their services to meet the evolving needs of their residents.

The position offered is for an Activity Assistant responsible for supporting the Life Enhancement Mentor in planning and executing engaging resident activities. This role is central to promoting the psychosocial well-being of the community's seniors. It focuses on offering recreational, social, and exercise opportunities that encourage growth, enjoyment, and friendship among residents. The Activity Assistant plays a key part in person-centered care planning, tailoring activities to the unique preferences and needs of each individual. This position is scheduled Monday through Friday from 10 AM to 2 PM, offering a balanced work schedule suitable for those passionate about senior care and enrichment programming.

Working at The Davis Community provides an opportunity to be part of a caring team dedicated to making a meaningful impact in the lives of older adults. The community supports employee well-being through various benefits such as state-of-the-art facilities, on-demand pay, benefits beginning after 30 days of employment, low-cost lunches, and free gym and indoor pool membership. Employees benefit from shift differentials, competitive wages, and a focus on work-life balance and professional growth.

In the Activity Assistant role, you will assist in activity organization, planning monthly calendars, providing input for newsletters, setting up and breaking down activities, and fostering an engaging environment. You will promote wellness programs including exercise and recreation, decorate seasonal spaces to reflect residents' personalities, conduct one-on-one interactions, ensure compliance with regulations, participate in care planning and documentation, and communicate effectively with interdisciplinary teams including nursing, therapy, and dietary staff. Additionally, the role involves facilitating resident transportation and supporting ongoing treatment plans after therapy discharge.

This position requires physical activity such as standing, stooping, kneeling, lifting, and occasional pushing of objects up to 100 pounds, along with the ability to work in potentially noisy environments and with physically or cognitively challenged elderly residents. The role demands strong communication skills, mobility, and a compassionate understanding of seniors’ unique needs and behaviors. Overall, this is an enriching position ideal for individuals who want to contribute meaningfully to the quality of life of older adults within a respected senior living community.