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Lifespace Communities is a reputable, non-profit senior living provider headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa, and Dallas, Texas. With more than 40 years of experience, Lifespace is one of the nation’s largest organizations in the senior living industry, employing over 4,500 team members and serving more than 5,100 residents across multiple communities. Lifespace is deeply committed to creating vibrant, respectful environments where seniors are empowered to live purposeful and fulfilling lives. The organization values teamwork, personal growth, and the delivery of highly personalized experiences that cater to the individual needs and aspirations of its residents. At Lifespace, every team member is considered integral to the community's mission and vision, helping to foster a culture of respect, care, and excellence. Wesley Court, located at 2617 Antilley Road, Abilene, Texas 79606, is one of the communities operated by Lifespace. At Wesley Court, the Lifestyle Assistant role is a vital part of the team, offering a unique opportunity to engage actively with residents and support their social and recreational needs. This is an hourly position with a pay range of $12.75 to $17.55, offering individuals a chance to grow their career within a supportive and meaningful environment. The Lifestyle Assistant role focuses on planning, leading, and motivating residents to participate in a range of daily planned activities tailored to enrich their lives and promote social interaction. This position requires the ability to maintain accurate records of resident participation while fostering one-on-one relationships that enhance residents' quality of life. Assisting the Lifestyle Director, the Lifestyle Assistant plays a key role in planning, coordinating, and implementing programs that celebrate special occasions and relevant themes, contributing to a dynamic event calendar. Additionally, the assistant helps organize group trips and outings, broadening residents' experiences outside the community. Effective communication is essential, and this role includes disseminating programming information across multiple channels such as newsletters, in-house television, postings, mailings, and electronic messaging, ensuring that all residents and family members stay informed and engaged. This position is ideal for a compassionate individual with a background or interest in recreational activities or senior services who seeks to make a genuine difference in the lives of others. Lifespace's emphasis on a purpose-driven culture and career development encourages team members to learn, grow, and thrive as part of an exceptional workplace community. The role offers an excellent balance of structured activity coordination, creative programming, and interpersonal engagement, making it rewarding for those who enjoy working closely with seniors and contributing to their happiness and wellbeing.

• High school diploma or equivalent
• one year of experience preferred
• experience in recreational activities preferred