Activities Assistant

American Senior Communities•Fort Wayne, IN

About The Position

The Activities Assistant helps enrich residents’ lives by creating a joyful, engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role involves planning activities suited to residents’ different physical and cognitive abilities, connecting with residents and attending to their emotional and social needs, coordinating with the care team, and balancing daily schedules and activity preparation.

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 activities for residents with varied 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.

Responsibilities

Create engaging, age-appropriate activities appropriate for 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.
Manage 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.