Activities Assistant

Cook Hospital and Care Center•Cook, MN

5d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Assistant at Cook Hospital & Care Center works closely with the Activity Director to provide activities for residents and swing bed patients. The role assists with planning, organizing, and leading activities that reflect individual interests, abilities, and preferences and address physical, social, emotional, and recreational needs. The position helps create an engaging environment where residents can remain active and connected with others. This is a casual position. The posting lists separate hourly wage ranges for CNA and non-CNA Activity Assistants. Starting wage within the applicable range is based on qualifications and experience; employees hired as non-CNA Activity Assistants who subsequently obtain CNA certification move to the applicable CNA wage range.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Current CNA certification or the ability to successfully complete a CNA course within six months of hire.
Maintain any required certification or licensure while employed in the position.
Successfully meet criminal background check requirements.

Nice To Haves

One to two years of experience working in activities, recreation, healthcare, long-term care, or a related setting is preferred.
Candidates with qualifications such as LPN, COTA, Recreational Therapist, Activity Director, or a related credential are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and providing recreational, social, physical, and therapeutic activities.
Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, abilities, and preferences.
Assist with group and one-on-one activities.
Help maintain a welcoming and engaging activity environment.
Work collaboratively with the Activity Director and other members of the care team.
Support activities and special events throughout the facility.
Maintain required documentation related to activities as assigned.

Benefits

Eligible full-time and part-time employees working .5 FTE or greater may be eligible for medical, dental, and vision insurance.
Health Savings Account (HSA) and VEBA options.
Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
Employer contributions toward HSA/VEBA.
Paid Time Off (PTO).
Earned Sick and Safe Time (ESST).
PERA retirement benefits.
Employee Assistance Program (EAP).
Life insurance.
Long-term disability insurance.
Casual employees may be eligible for select benefits as applicable.