Activities Assistant in Skilled Nursing Facility

Location: Highland Park Rehabilitation and Care Center, 500 Geneva Street, Aurora, CO 80010

Pay Rate: $18‑$21 per hour

Position Summary

Assist the Activities Supervisor/Manager in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operations of the Activities Department. Ensure an ongoing program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and physical, mental, and psychological well‑being of each resident.

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent
• Must be 18 years or older
• 2‑5 years of experience in an activities capacity in a skilled nursing care facility or other medical‑related facility preferred
• Must meet the general health requirements set forth by the policies of the facility
• Ability to multi‑task and treat everyone at work kindly and professionally
• Outstanding written, verbal, organizational and time management skills
• Proven customer service or other professional/emotional maturity training or experience
• Works collaboratively and independently, following procedures and guidelines

Responsibilities

• Assist in effectively planning and conducting resident‑specific and appropriate activities
• Maintain activities calendar as required by Supervisor
• Effectively promote resident participation in activities
• Arrange and transport patients to and from activities
• Assume responsibility in absence of Activities Supervisor/Manager
• Provide timely and accurate resident assessments and progress notes as assigned
• Work in conjunction with all departments and staff to promote the best possible care

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Health insurance (medical) with substantial company contribution; voluntary supplemental plans available
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Company‑paid basic life insurance (buy‑up options available)
• Company‑paid disability insurance (buy‑up options available)
• Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
• Flexible schedule
• Referral program