Program Assistant- Activities - Full Time

Monarch Communities

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New Rochelle, NY, us on site Until 8/31/2026 1+ years exp First posted July 2, 2026 Last posted July 2, 2026
Job description

Company Culture and Values: At Monarch Communities Senior Living, we value compassion, innovation, and community. Our team is committed to making a meaningful impact on the lives of our residents and fostering a collaborative and supportive work environment.

Reports To

The Program Assistant will report to Program Director. This position is non-exempt, part-time hourly position.

Salary: $20.00- $21.00 Hourly

Schedule: Wednesday - Saturday (Full-Time)

The Program Assistant is responsible for implementing assigned activities and programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents within the community. Assumes the responsibility to engage residents to participate in activities and programs each day.

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 the community vehicle for resident outings

 

Qualifications

  • 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 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Benefits Offered (Full Time):

  • Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
  • Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
  • Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
  • FSA (Commuter/Parking)
  • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
  • 401(k) Retirement with Company Match
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
  • Tuition Reimbursement

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):
20 – 21 USD (HOURLY)

About this role

Summary

Implement activities and programs to engage elderly residents, plan social events, and support their needs.

Job title

Program Assistant- Activities - Full Time

Experience level

1-2 years

Minimum experience

1+ years exp

Industry

senior living

Location requirements

On-site in New Rochelle, NY; remote not allowed

Salary

$0k–$0k

Management role

No

Skills & keywords

Required skills

verbal communicationwritten communicationcomputer skillsMicrosoft Officedriving

Preferred skills

None specified

Specializations

activitieselderlycommunity engagement
Locations

Structured locations inferred from the posting.

New Rochelle, NY, USA

On-site City