Activities Assistant

ASC•Elkhart, IN

10d

About The Position

The Activities Assistant helps enrich residents’ lives by creating a joyful, engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role involves preparing activities suited to residents’ different physical and cognitive abilities, connecting with residents and supporting their emotional and social needs, and working closely with the care team to support residents holistically. The assistant balances daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity preparation while demonstrating the C.A.R.E. values of Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED; or one to three months of related experience and/or training; or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program or a state-approved CNA competency evaluation program. The community may provide this training.
Creativity in developing activities for residents with different physical and cognitive abilities.
Ability to connect with residents and understand their emotional and social needs.
Ability to work as part of a team.
Time-management skills to balance schedules, residents, and activity preparation.

Responsibilities

Create engaging, age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ varying physical and cognitive abilities.
Connect with residents and support their emotional and social needs.
Work cooperatively with the care team to support residents holistically.
Balance daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity preparation.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values—Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence—with residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Benefits

Access to earned wages before payday.
Employee referral bonus programs.
401(k).
Flexible spending account (FSA) program.
Free life insurance.
PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
Medical coverage, with options starting at $25.
Vision insurance.
Dental insurance.
Employee Assistance Program.
Workforce Chaplains.
Personalized wellness coaching.
Holiday pay.
Paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
Employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and other purchases.
Preceptors and mentorship programs.
Clinical and leadership development pathways.
Education partnerships with colleges and universities.
Financial assistance for continuing education.
Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.