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Activity Assistant

Solstice at Columbia
Columbia, MO Full Time
POSTED ON 7/21/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 9/20/2026

Provincial Senior Living proudly manages lifestyle-driven Independent Living communities across the United States, united by a shared purpose to enrich the lives of seniors and Team Members alike. Serving thousands of residents and families in more than 13,000 units, we operate with a deep commitment to our foundational Pillars of Excellence, ensuring personalized care, hospitality, and lasting connection. As part of one of the largest senior living families in the U.S., Provincial communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. Provincial is a place where purpose and culture come together to create meaningful work and extraordinary career pathways. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, helping every team member build a fulfilling and purpose-rich career.

Our community is looking for an Activities Assistant to join our team. This role is responsible for planning and delivering engaging resident programs while also providing transportation support for residents.

Responsibilities

Activities & Programming

  • Assist in planning, scheduling, and conducting programs that support residents’ physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being
  • Encourage and engage residents to participate in activities
  • Plan and facilitate daily programs, special events, and holiday celebrations
  • Coordinate events from start to finish (set-up, execution, breakdown)
  • Organize and maintain an activities calendar and community newsletter
  • Maintain activity spaces and supplies; manage inventory
  • Coordinate with other departments to support programming needs
  • Support memory care and mixed-group programming as applicable
  • Meet with new residents to introduce programs and build engagement
  • Organize and support volunteer involvement
  • Other duties as assigned

Transportation 

  • Provide safe, timely transportation for residents to activities and appointments
  • Assist residents in and out of vehicles, including mobility support
  • Secure wheelchairs and ensure passenger safety
  • Maintain vehicles (cleaning, fueling, basic inspections)
  • Document vehicle condition and support compliance (registration, licensing)

Qualifications

  • High school diploma or equivalent (Associate’s preferred)
  • 1–3 years of experience in activities, hospitality, or senior living preferred
  • Must be 21 with valid driver’s license and clean driving record
  • Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Passion for working with seniors and creating meaningful experiences


About the Role

This is a hands-on, resident-facing position that combines programming and transportation, ideal for someone who enjoys engaging with residents and being involved in daily community life.


Qualifications:

  • Passion for working with seniors and creating meaningful experiences
  • Ability to manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment
  • Strong communication, organization, and customer service skills
  • Must be 21 with valid driver’s license and clean driving record



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