Activities Assistant

ASC•Clarksville, IN

About The Position

The Activities Assistant plays a vital role in enriching residents’ lives by helping create a joyful, engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role involves creating activities suited to residents’ different physical and cognitive abilities, connecting with residents and supporting their emotional and social needs, cooperating with the care team, and balancing daily schedules and activity preparation. The position is offered part-time and PRN at Riverview Village.

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 people with different physical and cognitive abilities.
Ability to connect with residents and understand their emotional and social needs.
Ability to work cooperatively with the care team toward excellent resident care.
Time-management skills for balancing schedules, residents, and activity preparation.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Responsibilities

Create engaging, age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ physical and cognitive abilities.
Connect with residents and support their emotional and social needs.
Cooperate 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—to residents, family members, customers, and staff.