Activities Assistant - CNA
About The Position
The Activity Assistant at Zionsville 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, creativity, and genuine care. The assistant plans and supports age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ varying physical and cognitive abilities, connects with residents’ emotional and social needs, and works closely with the care team to support residents holistically. The position also involves balancing daily schedules, multiple residents, 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. Training may also be provided by the community.
Responsibilities
- Create engaging, age-appropriate activities suited to residents’ different physical and cognitive abilities.
- Connect with residents and understand 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—with residents, family members, customers, and staff.
Benefits
- Access to earnings before payday.
- Employee referral bonus programs.
- 401(k).
- Flexible spending account (FSA) program.
- Free life insurance.
- PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
- Medical coverage, vision insurance, 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.
- Financial assistance for continuing education.
- Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
- Tuition reimbursement.
- Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
High school or GED
