Activities Assistant - Bishop Care Center
Listed on 2026-08-20
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Healthcare
Elderly/Senior Care, Caregiver
Johnston, Iowa, United States
Jul 8, 2026
$17 - $18/hour
Bishop Care Center is hiring an Activities Assistant
Pay: $17.48–$18.00 per hour
Position SummaryThe Activities Assistant supports the planning and implementation of engaging programs designed to meet the physical, cognitive, social, and emotional needs of residents. This role plays a key part in enhancing quality of life by providing meaningful activities tailored to individual interests and abilities, consistent with care plans and facility standards.
Key Responsibilities- Assist in planning and conducting individual and group activities for residents
- Encourage resident participation in activities that promote engagement, socialization, and well-being
- Provide individualized, in-room activities for residents who are bed-bound or unable to attend group programming
- Adapt activities to meet residents’ cognitive and physical abilities
- Support development and posting of monthly activity calendars
- Maintain activity supplies, equipment, and storage areas in a clean and organized manner
- Communicate resident needs, preferences, and concerns to the Activity Director and care team
- Ensure a safe and welcoming activity environment for all residents
- Transport or assist residents to and from activities as needed
- Perform additional duties as assigned
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Prior experience in a skilled nursing facility preferred
- Experience working with elderly or dementia populations preferred
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Compassionate, patient, and team-oriented
- CPR certification is a plus
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
Bishop Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.
We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.
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