Eastmont – Activities Assistant Full or Part Time

Do you have a heart for seniors and a talent for bringing joy to others? Are you creative, energetic, and ready to make a meaningful difference every day? Join our team as a Full or Part-Time Lifestyles Activities Assistant and help enrich the lives of our residents in a supportive and vibrant environment!

Eastmont, located in Lincoln, NE, has rewarding opportunities to grow your career in an environment that supports you and your unique talents! We work in a family-like environment and offer excellent benefits including medical, dental, vision and more for our full time team members, as well as generous Paid Time Off, retirement and other unique perks for full-time and part-time team members!  Come learn more about us https://transformingage.org/community/eastmont-living/ , and find your happy place here!

At Eastmont, we believe in creating a community where our residents feel valued, engaged, and inspired. Our focus is on holistic well-being—providing activities and programs that enhance physical, emotional, social, and cognitive health. With a strong emphasis on memory care, we are committed to helping every resident thrive.

As a Lifestyles Assistant, you’ll play a vital role in creating an atmosphere of joy and connection by:

• Planning and Leading Activities: Assist in coordinating and delivering a variety of programs, including arts and crafts, games, fitness classes, music therapy, social events, and outings tailored to residents’ preferences and abilities.
• Engaging Residents: Build meaningful relationships and encourage participation by fostering an inclusive, fun, and compassionate environment.
• Supporting Memory Care Programs: Work closely with our memory care team to implement activities designed to stimulate and engage residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s.
• Creating Moments of Joy: Help celebrate holidays, birthdays, and special milestones with creativity and enthusiasm.
• Team Collaboration: Partner with the Lifestyles Director and other staff to brainstorm fresh ideas and maintain a vibrant calendar of events.  May also support the team in assisted or independent living programs.
• Maintaining Materials: Organize and care for supplies and equipment, ensuring a clean and welcoming activity space.

What you need to succeed!

The ideal candidate will bring:

• A high school diploma or equivalent (college coursework in recreation, gerontology, or related fields is a plus).
• Experience in activities coordination, senior care, or hospitality (preferred but not required).
• Creativity, flexibility, and a genuine passion for enriching the lives of others.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills, with a knack for building rapport.
• The ability to work flexible hours, including evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed. 
• Able to learn how to hook up microphones or a computer to AV for programs.
• Comfortable with Microsoft Office Suite and Adobe Acrobat and/or Adobe Reader. 

Why Join Our Team?

At Eastmont, we offer more than a job; we provide an opportunity to:

• Be part of a warm and caring team that values your contributions.
• Positively impact the lives of seniors and their families.
• Develop your skills and grow your career in a meaningful way.
• Enjoy competitive pay, part-time flexibility, and a welcoming work environment.

Ready to Make a Difference?
If you’re ready to bring your creativity, energy, and compassion to a team that values you, apply today! Help us create moments of connection and joy every day for our residents.