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Memory Care Activities Assistant
Dept of Veterans Services —Virginia Beach, VA
- $37,000 - $39,000 a year
- Weekends as needed
- Criminal background check
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
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Atlantic Shores Retirement Community —Virginia Beach, VA
- $16.67 - $20.84 an hour
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Activities Assistant
Dept of Veterans Services —Virginia Beach, VA
- $37,000 - $39,000 a year
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- Criminal background check
- US work authorization
- Military encouraged
Activities Assistant
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- CPR Certification
- Clean driving record
- Computer literacy
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Dept of Veterans Services —Virginia Beach, VA
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Memory Care Activities Assistant

Dept of Veterans Services -
Virginia Beach, VA

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Job Details

Full-time
$37,000 - $39,000 a year
8 days ago

Qualifications

Working with the veteran population
Patients with cognitive disabilities
CNA
Safety protocol implementation

Full Job Description

5104307

Virginia Beach, Virginia, United States

Jones and Cabacoy Veterans Ctr

Health and Human Services

Full-Time (Salaried)

Closing at: Aug 31 2026 - 23:55 EDT

Dept of Veterans Services

Title: Memory Care Activities Assistant

State Role Title: Direct Service Associate III

Hiring Range: $37,000-$39,000

Pay Band: 3

Agency: Dept of Veterans Services

Location: J&C VCC

Agency Website: www.dvs.virginia.gov

Recruitment Type: General Public - G

Job Duties

We are seeking a compassionate, dedicated, and engaging Memory Care Activities Assistant who is a licensed Certified Nursing Assistant to join our team in the Memory Care Neighborhood at Jones & Cabacoy Veteran Care Center. This role is dedicated to enhancing the quality of life for our Veterans living with memory loss by providing meaningful engagement, emotional support, and structured daily activities.

Schedule: M-F 2:00pm-10:00pm including availability for weekends/holidays as needed.

Key Responsibilities

Facilitate and lead daily activities tailored to memory care residents (games, music, sensory activities, small group programs, etc.)
Provide one-on-one engagement and companionship to residents
Assist with daily routines and support a calm, structured environment
Collaborate with nursing and interdisciplinary teams to meet resident needs
Escort residents to and from activities and appointments as needed
Help create a safe, welcoming, and therapeutic environment
Document participation and resident responses to activities

Why Join Us?
Competitive pay and benefits.
Supportive team environment.
Opportunity to make a meaningful impact by ensuring smooth staffing operations.

Minimum Qualifications

Qualifications

Current licensed Certified Nursing Assistant
Experience with music therapy, art, crafts, or movement‑based activities.
Familiarity with dementia behaviors, redirection techniques, and safety protocols.
Experience working with seniors, especially in memory care or dementia support is a plus.

Strong communication, patience, and interpersonal skills
Compassion for and commitment to serving our Veteran population
Ability to work as part of a team and independently
Flexible and reliable, including availability for weekends/holidays as needed.

Additional Considerations

What We’re Looking For

Compassion and patience able to support residents experiencing confusion, anxiety, or behavioral changes with calm, steady reassurance.
Strong communication skills speaks clearly, listens well, and adapts communication style for residents with cognitive decline.
Engaging and creative personality enjoys leading activities, encouraging participation, and bringing positive energy into the environment.
Dependability shows up consistently, follows routines, and maintains a stable presence for residents who rely on predictability.
Team oriented mindset collaborates well with nurses, activity staff, and families.

Special Instructions

You will be provided a confirmation of receipt when your application and/or résumé is submitted successfully. Please refer to “Your Application” in your account to check the status of your application for this position.

The Commonwealth does not provide sponsorship; therefore, applicants must be a citizen or national of the U.S., a Lawful Permanent Resident, or an alien authorized to work.

Excluding current DVS employees, the selected candidate MUST pass a criminal background check.

For consideration for this position, candidates MUST apply online at www.jobs.virginia.gov. Applicants are encouraged to be specific regarding job-related knowledge, skills, and abilities. Resumes are encouraged but do not substitute submittal of the online application. Applications submitted via postal mail, email, or fax will not be considered. Please contact Human Resources if you need assistance.

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department of Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability.

If you need to obtain a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx, or call DARS at 800-552-5019.

Contact Information

Name: Latarsha Jordan

Phone: 757-263-3100

Email: [email protected]

In support of the Commonwealth’s commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their AHP Letter (formerly COD) provided by the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS), or the Department for the Blind & Vision Impaired (DBVI). Service-Connected Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS/DBVI to get their AHP Letter. Requesting an AHP Letter can be found at AHP Letter or by calling DARS at 800-552-5019.

Note: Applicants who received a Certificate of Disability from DARS or DBVI dated between April 1, 2022- February 29, 2024, can still use that COD as applicable documentation for the Alternative Hiring Process.

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