Memory Care Activities Assistant

ASC•Danville, IN

17h

About The Position

The Memory Care Activities Assistant helps enrich residents’ lives by creating a joyful, engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued. The role involves developing activities suited to different physical and cognitive abilities, connecting with residents and responding to their emotional and social needs, and working closely with the care team to support residents holistically. The assistant balances daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity preparation while demonstrating the C.A.R.E. values of Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, and Excellence.

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 designing engaging activities for residents with different physical and cognitive abilities.
Ability to connect with residents and understand their emotional and social needs.
Teamwork and cooperation with the care team.
Time-management skills to balance schedules, residents, and activity preparation.

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 cooperatively with the care team to support residents holistically.
Manage daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity preparation.
Demonstrate C.A.R.E. values to residents, family members, customers, and staff.