Activities Assistant
Listed on 2026-09-13
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Healthcare
Elderly/Senior Care, Nursing Home
Join our team at River Terrace Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center as an Activities Assistant.
Proudly supported by Marquis Health Consulting Services
Part-time opportunity available
Schedule:
Weekdays (2pm-7pm)
Every Other Weekend (8am-5pm)
Daily Pay!
Rate: $17 an hour
At River Terrace Rehabilitation & Healthcare Center, we believe that meaningful engagement enriches lives. Guided by our core values of Passion, Respect, and Excellence
, the Activities Assistant plays an important role in creating memorable experiences that promote the social, emotional, physical and intellectual well-being of our residents.
- Create a welcoming, engaging, and positive environment that enhances residents' quality of life and daily experiences.
- Document resident participation and engagement in scheduled activities and programs.
- Promote the social, physical, emotional, and intellectual well-being of residents through meaningful activities and interactions.
- Assist in planning, developing, organizing, and implementing recreational, social, educational, and community-based programs.
- Build positive relationships with residents and encourage participation based on each individual's interests, abilities, and preferences.
- Collaborate with the interdisciplinary team to support resident care goals and enhance overall resident satisfaction.
- Observe and communicate changes in residents' moods, behaviors, interests, or level of participation to appropriate team members.
- Assist with community outreach and marketing events that showcase our commitment to resident-centered care.
- Complete required administrative tasks, including audits, reports, activity documentation, and program records.
- Help prepare, decorate, set up, and break down activities, special events, celebrations, and holiday programs.
- Assist with safely escorting and transporting residents to and from activities and events.
- Support a culture of Passion, Respect, and Excellence through compassionate interactions and exceptional service.
- High school diploma or equivalent required.
- One (1) year of experience in an Activities Department, healthcare setting, skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, assisted living community, or related environment preferred.
- Experience working with seniors is highly desirable.
- Must be at least 18 years of age.
- Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English.
- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills with the ability to interact professionally and compassionately with residents, families, team members, visitors, and community partners.
- Demonstrates patience, enthusiasm, creativity, and a genuine passion for enriching the lives of others.
- Ability to build meaningful relationships and foster a sense of belonging among residents.
- Must be dependable, organized, and able to manage multiple responsibilities in a dynamic environment.
- Commitment to ongoing professional development through continuing education and in-service training.
Passion – Bringing enthusiasm, creativity, and genuine care to every resident interaction.
Respect – Treating residents, families, and team members with dignity, kindness, and compassion.
Excellence – Delivering engaging programs and exceptional experiences that enhance the lives of those we serve.
Benefits for Activities Assistant- Tuition reimbursement
- Employee referral bonus
- Health, vision, and dental benefits
- 401(k) with match
- Employee engagement and culture committee
- Shift differentials
- Company-sponsored life insurance
- Employee assistance program (EAP) resources
Join our team at River Terrace Rehabilitation and Healthcare Center, a 82-bed Sub-Acute, and Long-Term Care facility where compassion and quality care are at the heart of…
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