Job Overview
Join our dedicated team as an Activities Assistant/Transporter in a long-term care setting! This dynamic role is designed for energetic individuals passionate about enhancing residents' quality of life through engaging activities and compassionate transportation support. You will play a vital part in creating a lively, supportive environment where seniors feel valued, connected, and cared for. Your enthusiasm and organizational skills will help foster meaningful experiences, promote social interaction, and ensure residents' needs are met with kindness and professionalism. CNA license required. Carlyle Senior Care of Blackville.
Responsibilities
- Help plan, coordinate, and facilitate a variety of engaging recreational activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities, including memory care and dementia-friendly programs
- Assist with organizing resident events, outings, and social gatherings to promote community involvement and enjoyment
- Provide transportation support for residents to medical appointments, community outings, and special events while ensuring safety and comfort
- Build strong rapport with residents through active listening, personalized interaction, and compassionate caregiving during activities and transportation
- Assist residents with Activities of Daily Living (ADLs) such as mobility support, dressing, and personal hygiene as needed during activities or outings
- Maintain detailed records of resident participation, activity schedules, and transportation logs using basic Microsoft Office tools for documentation purposes
- Collaborate with team members to develop new programs that enhance senior living experiences and address individual resident needs
Qualifications
- Prior experience in assisted living or nursing home environments, especially with seniors or individuals with disabilities
- Clean driver record
- Knowledge of Alzheimer’s care, dementia care, geriatrics, and memory care best practices
- Strong event planning skills with the ability to coordinate resident outings and social programs effectively
- Excellent communication skills to engage residents, families, and team members clearly and empathetically
- Experience working with geriatric patients in long-term care or home & community care settings is highly desirable
- Proficiency in Microsoft Office applications for record keeping and program development
- Ability to work independently as well as part of a collaborative team in a fast-paced environment
- Valid driver’s license preferred for transportation responsibilities; must adhere to safety protocols at all times
Join us in making a positive difference every day! We are committed to fostering an inclusive environment where your passion for senior care can truly shine. All positions are paid roles dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through engaging activities and compassionate service. Carlyle Senior Care of Blackville
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Application Question(s):
- Clean drivers record is needed. Do you have a clean drivers record?
Experience:
- Long term care: 1 year (Required)
License/Certification:
- drivers license (Required)
Ability to Commute:
- Blackville, SC 29817 (Required)
Work Location: In person
