Activities Assistant

Letort Springs; Carlisle (Cumberland County); On-site; USD 28,000 - 36,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health & Wellness

Financial Security

Work-Life Balance

DailyPay

Education Assistance

Job summary

Letort Springs in Carlisle, PA is seeking an Activities Assistant to enrich residents' lives through engaging recreational, social, and emotional activities under the guidance of the Director of Activities.

You will organize and facilitate crafts, games, and community events, assist with daily tasks, and help track residents’ progress while ensuring a warm, compassionate environment for seniors.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in long-term care or working with the elderly or disabled is desirable.
• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the emotional, recreational, and social needs of residents are met on an individual basis.
• Assist residents with everyday tasks such as writing letters, making phone calls, and registering to vote.
• Maintain accurate records of residents’ progress and participation in activities.
• Support activities such as mail delivery, escorting residents to programs, plant and pet care, preparing newsletters, fundraising efforts, and making morning announcements.
• Facilitate creative activities, including crafts, painting, and other projects that promote self-expression and engagement.
• Carry out programs that foster entertainment, communication, relaxation, and opportunities for residents to explore their creative talents and fulfill social, psychological, and spiritual needs.

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Activities Assistant
Carlisle, PA

We are seeking a compassionate and energetic Activities Assistant to enrich the lives of our residents through engaging recreational, social, and emotional activities under the guidance of the Director of Activities.

Position Type: Full Time

Key Responsibilities

• Ensure the emotional, recreational, and social needs of residents are met on an individual basis.

• Assist residents with everyday tasks such as writing letters, making phone calls, and registering to vote.

• Maintain accurate records of residents’ progress and participation in activities.

• Support activities such as mail delivery, escorting residents to programs, plant and pet care, preparing newsletters, fundraising efforts, and making morning announcements.

• Facilitate creative activities, including crafts, painting, and other projects that promote self-expression and engagement.

• Carry out programs that foster entertainment, communication, relaxation, and opportunities for residents to explore their creative talents and fulfill social, psychological, and spiritual needs.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.

• Previous experience in long-term care or working with the elderly or disabled is desirable.

• Must be 18 years or older to apply.

Why Join Us?

We offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

Health & Wellness

• Medical, dental, vision, prescription drug coverage, and telemedicine.

Financial Security

• Company-paid group life insurance.

• Voluntary term life insurance.

• Short-term disability.

• 401(k) savings plan.

Work-Life Balance

• Generous paid time off for vacation, personal, and sick leave.

DailyPay

• Access your paycheck as it accrues daily, with the option to withdraw funds for a nominal fee.

Education Assistance

• Up to $5,250 per year for tuition reimbursement.*

• Up to $2,625 per year to pay off non-federal nursing student loans.*

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are subject to applicable state laws, job classification, and length of service.