Activities Assistant

ASC • Valparaiso, IN

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About The Position

The Activities Assistant at Valparaiso Care and Rehab 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’ differing physical and cognitive abilities, connecting with residents, and supporting their emotional and social needs. The assistant works closely with the care team to support residents holistically and balances daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity preparation. This is a part-time position with evening and weekend hours.

Requirements

• Demonstrate the C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.
• High school diploma or GED, one to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• CNA certification is not required; assistance with obtaining a license is provided.
• Creativity in developing activities suited to residents’ abilities.
• A supportive, empathetic approach to residents.
• Ability to work as part of a team.
• Time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, age-appropriate activities that accommodate different physical and cognitive abilities.
• Connect with residents and support their emotional and social needs.
• Work cooperatively with the care team to support residents holistically.
• Manage daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity preparation.
• Demonstrate Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence when interacting with residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Benefits

• Access to earnings 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 as low as $25.
• Vision insurance.
• Dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Workforce Chaplains workplace support.
• Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Holiday pay.
• Paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and more.
• Preceptors and mentorship programs.
• Clinical and leadership development pathways.
• Education partnerships with colleges and universities, including Ivy Tech and Purdue Global.
• Financial assistance for continuing education.
• Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Education Level: High school or GED