Activities Assistant

American Senior Communities•Clarksville, IN

10d

About The Position

The Activities Assistant plays a vital role in enriching residents’ lives by helping create a joyful and engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role calls for warmth, patience, creativity, and genuine care, with activities suited to residents’ different physical and cognitive abilities. The assistant connects with residents and supports their emotional and social needs while cooperating with the care team to provide holistic support. The position is available 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 engaging activities for residents with different physical and cognitive abilities.
Ability to connect with residents and understand their emotional and social needs.
Ability to cooperate with the care team.
Time-management skills to balance daily schedules, multiple 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.
Work closely 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.