Activities Assistant
Valley View Health and Rehabilitation – Long-Term Care & Rehabilitation
About the Role
Under the direction of the Activities Director, the Activities Assistant helps prepare, organize, and conduct daily activity programs that support the emotional, recreational, social, and spiritual well-being of residents. This role plays an important part in creating a positive, engaging, and home-like environment for residents.
Working with us means being part of something special—a team that is passionate about making a difference in residents’ lives every single day. As an Activities Assistant, you help create moments that matter. From group games and music activities to one-on-one visits with room-bound residents, your role helps bring joy, connection, and purpose to residents each day.
Responsibilities
- Assist with preparing and conducting scheduled group activities
- Transport residents to and from activities
- Provide activities and engagement for room-bound residents
- Record resident participation and responses to activities
- Assist residents with grooming and participation as needed
- Deliver and read mail to residents requiring assistance
- Assist with menu selections where applicable
- Support volunteer programs and community involvement
- Help create activity calendars, bulletin boards, and resident room personalization
- Communicate resident concerns or condition changes to appropriate staff
- Promote resident dignity, privacy, and respect at all times
Requirements
- Experience working with elderly or disabled individuals preferred
- Creative and enthusiastic personality
- Ability to work independently and as part of a team
- Basic computer and keyboarding skills
- Strong communication and interpersonal skills
- Positive attitude with patience and compassion
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English
Benefits
For Full-Time Employees:
- Competitive wages
- Health Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Life Insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid Holidays
- Paid Vacation
Schedule
Full-Time