Memory Care Activities Assistant

American Senior Communities • Oakland City, IN

116d

About The Position

The Memory Care Activity Assistant plays a vital and heartfelt role in enriching the lives of residents. With warmth, patience, and genuine care, they help create a joyful and engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued.

Requirements

• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff.
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months' related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of a State approved Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program or a CNA competency evaluation program approved by the State.

Responsibilities

• Being able to truly connect with residents, understanding their emotional and social needs.
• A desire to work with those experiencing Alzheimer's disease and other memory-related dementia assuring that each person lives every day to their maximum cognitive and physical ability.
• The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents.
• Cooperating closely with the care team to support residents holistically.
• Balancing daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity prep.
• Create engaging, age-appropriate activities that suit different physical and cognitive abilities.

Benefits

• Access your earnings before payday.
• Lucrative employee referral bonus programs.
• 401(k) and FSA program.
• Free life insurance.
• PTO exchange for pay programs.
• Medical coverage as low as $25.
• Vision and dental insurance.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Workforce Chaplains for support in the workplace.
• Personalized Wellness Coaching.
• Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
• Employee Discount Programs.
• Access to 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.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED