Activities Assistant - CNA

American Senior Communities•Avon, IN

About The Position

The Activity Assistant helps enrich residents’ lives by creating a joyful and engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role involves developing age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ varying 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. The position is full-time, day shift, and includes some weekends. CNA credentials are preferred; the community can provide the required training.

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; this training can also be provided by the community.
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 work cooperatively with the care team.
Time-management skills for balancing schedules, residents, and activity preparation.

Nice To Haves

CNA credentials are preferred.

Responsibilities

Create engaging, age-appropriate activities suited to different physical and cognitive abilities.
Connect with residents and support their emotional and social needs.
Cooperate 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.

Benefits

Access earnings before payday.
Employee referral bonus programs.
401(k).
Flexible spending account (FSA).
Free life insurance.
PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
Medical coverage advertised as available as low as $25.
Vision 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 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.