Activities Assistant - CNA

ASC•Avon, IN

14h

About The Position

The Activities Assistant at Countryside Meadows helps enrich residents’ lives by creating a joyful and engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role calls for warmth, patience, and genuine care, along with creativity in planning age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ different physical and cognitive abilities. The assistant connects with residents and supports their emotional and social needs, while working closely with the care team to provide holistic support. This is a full-time day-shift position that 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. The community can provide this training.
CNA credentials are preferred.
Creativity in developing 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 to balance schedules, residents, and activity preparation.

Nice To Haves

CNA credentials.

Responsibilities

Create engaging, age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ different 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.