What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Assistant position at Oakmont Senior Living?
Memory Care Activities Assistant
Location: Oakmont of Novato – Novato, CA
Department: Traditions Memory Care
Employment Type: Full-Time
Wage: $20.00 - $23.00/ hour
At Oakmont of Novato, we believe that every day is an opportunity to bring joy, purpose, and connection to our residents’ lives. Our Memory Care Activities Assistant plays a meaningful role in that mission—helping create moments of laughter, comfort, creativity, and companionship for residents living with dementia or Alzheimer’s.
This is not just a job; it’s a calling. The relationships built here are deeply rewarding and often life-changing—for both residents and team members alike. Every smile, conversation, song, activity, or shared moment can make a genuine difference in someone’s day.
What You’ll Do
- Assist in leading engaging and meaningful daily activities tailored to the interests and abilities of our Memory Care residents.
- Help create an environment filled with warmth, belonging, dignity, and joy.
- Encourage resident participation through music, games, crafts, exercise, sensory activities, outings, and social connection.
- Build caring relationships with residents while supporting their emotional and cognitive well-being.
- Assist with special events, celebrations, and family engagement activities within the community.
- Work closely with caregivers, nurses, and the Activities Director to ensure residents receive individualized support and encouragement.
- Bring patience, creativity, compassion, and positive energy to every interaction.
What We’re Looking For
- Someone with a compassionate heart and a genuine desire to make a difference in the lives of seniors.
- Experience in senior living, activities, recreation, caregiving, or hospitality is preferred, but not required—we will train the right person.
- A positive attitude, creativity, and enthusiasm for engaging with residents.
- Strong communication and teamwork skills.
- Patience and understanding when working with individuals living with dementia or cognitive impairment.
- Someone who believes small moments of kindness can have a big impact.
Why Oakmont?
At Oakmont, you’ll be part of a company that puts people first—our residents and our team members. We believe meaningful relationships are the foundation of a rewarding life and rewarding career.
We offer:
- Competitive pay and comprehensive benefits
- Growth and training opportunities within a respected senior living organization
- A supportive, family-like culture where your compassion and creativity truly matter
- The opportunity to go home each day knowing you made someone feel seen, valued, and cared for
If you’re ready to bring joy, purpose, compassion, and connection to every day, we’d love to meet you.
Apply today and discover how rewarding it feels to change lives—one meaningful moment at a time.
Salary : $20 - $23