Activities Assistant

American Senior Communities • Fort Wayne, IN

33d

About The Position

The Activities Assistant enriches residents’ lives by helping create a joyful, engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role involves creating activities suited to residents’ varied physical and cognitive abilities, connecting with residents and supporting their emotional and social needs, collaborating with the care team, and balancing daily schedules, residents, and activity preparation. A certified nurse aide is preferred; the community can provide training to help the employee obtain a CNA license.

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. Training may be provided by the community.
• Creativity in developing engaging activities for residents with different abilities.
• Ability to connect with residents and understand their emotional and social needs.
• Teamwork and ability to cooperate with the care team.
• Time-management skills for balancing schedules, residents, and activity preparation.
• Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

Nice To Haves

• Certified Nurse Aide (CNA) certification.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging, age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ differing 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—with residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Benefits

• Competitive compensation and 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, vision insurance, and dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Workforce Chaplains and personalized wellness coaching.
• Holiday pay and paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee discount programs.
• 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED