Activities Assistant

DescriptionActivity Assistant – Spring Gardens Assisted Living (Draper, UT)

Schedule: Tuesday – Saturday 9am-5pm

Are you passionate about bringing joy to others? Do you have creativity, energy, and a heart for service?

Spring Gardens Assisted Living, a vibrant senior living community nestled in beautiful Draper, UT, is looking for a dynamic and enthusiastic Activity Assistant to join our team!

In this role, you won’t just be planning events, you’ll be creating meaningful moments that enrich the lives of our residents every single day. Your passion and imagination can spark joy, foster connection, and help our residents thrive.

If you're ready to make a real difference and be part of a team where Kindness Counts, we’d love to meet you.

What You'll Do:

Assist in planning, organizing, and leading a wide variety of activities such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings, and special events
Engage residents in ways that promote dignity, purpose, and joy
Encourage participation and adapt activities to meet the diverse interests and needs of residents
Build relationships with residents and family members, creating a welcoming and supportive environment
Help decorate and prepare the community for seasonal events and celebrations
Support documentation of resident participation and program evaluations
Collaborating with the Activities Director and care team to enhance residents' quality of life

QualificationsWhat We’re Looking For:

A positive, energetic, and compassionate personality
Creativity and enthusiasm for planning engaging, meaningful activities
Strong communication and interpersonal skills
Ability to motivate and inspire participation from residents
Previous experience in senior living, recreation, or a similar role is a plus—but passion and heart matter most!
Must be able to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays as needed
Ability to lift up to 25 pounds and assist with setting up/tearing down activities
Assisted living and dementia care experience preferred

Why Join Us?

A supportive, team-oriented workplace where kindness truly counts
Opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of our residents
Ongoing training and growth opportunities
Beautiful community and positive culture
Competitive pay and benefits

Benefits

Competitive salary, training, and growth opportunities
Free VASA gym members
1 Free meal every shift
Medical, Dental, & Vision insurance
Life Insurance
401K
Employee Assistance Program
Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program