Activity Assistant - Full Time

The Wealshire, LLC • Elk River, MN

19d • $20 - $22

About The Position

The Wealshire, an assisted living community specializing in memory care, is hiring a full-time Activity Assistant/Life Enrichment Aide at its Medina Community. The role supports resident well-being by helping lead group and one-to-one activities, preparing and maintaining program spaces and supplies, caring for bird aviaries, and assisting residents with meals as needed. The position pays $20–$22 per hour, depending on experience. Work hours are either 8:00 a.m.–4:30 p.m. or 11:30 a.m.–8:00 p.m.; the employee must work every other weekend and every other holiday.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Must be able to work every other weekend and every other holiday.

Nice To Haves

• One or more years of experience as an Activity Assistant.
• Experience in long-term care and memory care.
• Musical or artistic abilities; these are a plus but not required.
• Outgoing and energetic disposition.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Life Enrichment by leading small, medium, and large resident group activities.
• Prepare rooms, equipment, and supplies before each program and clean up afterward.
• Conduct one-to-one programs with residents who are low functioning.
• Clean and care for bird aviaries on Tuesdays and Saturdays, or as instructed by the Life Enrichment Director.
• Keep supplies and equipment neat, organized, and in their appropriate places.
• Assist with feeding residents at mealtimes as needed.

What This Job Offers

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