Activities Assistant / Van Driver

Monarch Communities

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Bernards, NJ, us on site Until 9/25/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 27, 2026 Last posted July 27, 2026
Job description

At Monarch Basking Ridge, we inspire our residents to live healthier, stronger and more fulfilling lives. In every aspect of our communities, Monarch prioritizes the health of our residents, their families and our entire team.  We’re committed to creating a workplace culture that makes a difference because being a part of the Monarch team is more than a job and our team members deserve our best.

Big Picture Wellness, Smaller Community Setting

We are seeking a Program Assistant and Van Driver, who will be responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community and drive them to doctor's appointments, local events and shopping.  Reporting to the Director of Programming, this position assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs in Independent, Assisted, and Memory Care.  If you have a clean driving record, transferable skills working with Seniors, we will provide training!

Schedule: Part time 

Salary Range: $19.00 - $20.00 Hourly

Responsibilities and Duties

  • Assists with planning and implementing activities that meet the needs and interests of the residents
  • Assists with creating resident histories and profiles with resident/family involvement
  • Assumes responsibility for set-up and clean-up of daily activities scheduled
  • Assists with creating a monthly social program calendar and distributes them to community personnel and residents
  • Keeps residents engaged between planned social activities.
  • Drive to and from medical appointments, local events and shopping trips

 

  • One to two years related experience in leading activities for the elderly
  • High school diploma or higher education preferred
  • Excellent verbal and written communication
  • Willing to work flexible hours
  • Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications
  • Ability to drive the community vehicle for resident outings

Physical Abilities

  • While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
  • An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Benefits Offered (for Part-Time Employees):

  • Paid Time Off (PTO) 
  • Flexible Schedule
  • On the job training
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • Free Parking

 

Other Compensation Programs:

  • Employee Referral Bonus
  • Resident Referral Bonus

 

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

 

Compensation (from employer):
19 – 20 USD (HOURLY)

About this role

Summary

Assist with activities for residents and drive them to appointments and events.

Job title

Activities Assistant / Van Driver

Experience level

1-2 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

healthcare

Location requirements

Bernards, NJ, US; on-site with no remote work allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationcomputer skillsdriving

Preferred skills

elderly care experiencefamiliarity with Microsoft Office

Specializations

activities planningelderly caredrivingcommunity engagement
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

Bernards, NJ, USA

On-site City
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