Harbour Village·Algonquin, Illinois
Plan and lead meaningful activities to support the physical, mental, and social well-being of Memory Care residents. Coordinate with the Director of Life Enrichment to schedule seasonal events and manage monthly activity calendars.
When you work at Clarendale of Algonquin, you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job; be part of an extraordinary life!
We are looking for a compassionate and creative Activities Assistant to support our senior citizen residents in our Memory Care department. In this role you will be responsible for planning, scheduling, and leading meaningful activities that are appropriate to the needs and interests of Memory Care residents and are conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being. Here are a few of the daily responsibilities:
Support resident wellness by planning and leading diverse and engaging activity programs to meet the needs our resident population, including seniors in need of physical assistance and seniors in varying stages of memory loss.
Assist the Director of Life Enrichment with planning, scheduling, and coordinating activities for residents, including special or seasonal events, following the guidelines of several Life Enrichment programs (Lifestyles and Health Services, Embrace the World, Ambassador, and Heartfelt Connections Memory Care Program).
Lead daily resident activities for Memory Care residents to support resident engagement and mental health, per our Community standards.
Assist with preparing and distributing monthly event calendars for residents and staff to raise awareness of activities in the community and promote communication.
Drive our small bus to and from church services, shopping, or other resident errands.
Partner with leadership and other staff to address resident needs.
$15.00/hr - $17.00 per hour, depending on experience.
Full-time employees are eligible to enroll in our employee benefit options, including medical coverage, dental, vision, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with matching contributions, an employee assistance program, and more. Work Schedule: Tuesday-Saturday, 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. EEO Employer
A high school diploma or GED is required, while an associate's degree is preferred. Experience in senior activities or memory care is preferred.
Market context
In Illinois, Activities Assistant roles in memory care are often tied to ongoing demand in senior living communities that need support with resident engagement and daily routines. These positions can be competitive because employers often prefer candidates with experience in senior activities or memory care and may favor applicants who can communicate well, stay organized, and work comfortably with older adults. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits here to quickly compare fit, then highlight any relevant activity planning, dementia care, or resident support experience in your application.
