Activity Assistant
Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital · Albuquerque, NM · 1 mo ago
Administrative$24/hrFull-time
About the role
The Activity Assistant brings joy and fulfillment to active seniors through creativity and engagement. A critical role in a vibrant senior environment, our Activity Aide gets to organize activities that enhance cognitive, social, and physical needs. If you enjoy bringing delight to our senior community, we invite you to apply today! We can’t wait to work with you!
Responsibilities
- Assist with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for patients and residents.
- Assist with transporting, communicating, and setting up for activities in and out of the facility on a regular basis.
- Order and pick up materials for activities as needed.
- Conduct one-on-one activity therapy to offer sensory stimulation.
- Lead group activities to ensure patients and residents make personal progress.
Requirements
- Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; college credits are preferred.
- Valid driver’s license, clean driving record, and proof of liability insurance required.
- Must have reliable transportation.
Qualifications
- Preferred aptitude for, and some training in, arts and crafts.
Benefits
All employees receive a competitive wage; full‑time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
- PerkSpot – Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off Plan
- New Pet Insurance Discount
- DailyPay option – get your pay when you need it
- Purchasing Power – online purchase/payroll deduction
- Tickets at Work – entertainment ticket discounts
- Employee Assistance Plan – services for everyday challenges (available for employees and families)
- Helping Friends Foundation – employees’ hardship/crisis fund
- Auto and Home Insurance employee discount (payroll deduction)
- In‑facility education programs
- Drug‑Free, Smoke‑Free workplace
Pay
USD $24.00 – USD $28.00 per hour. The