Activities Assistant

Cassia; Dassel (MN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 29,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forg

Paid Time Off

Health benefits

Job summary

Lakeside Generations, a Cassia community in Dassel MN, is hiring an Activities Assistant to join our team. This part-time role offers a supportive, caring environment where your dedication to resident well-being makes an impact.

You will lead activities for residents, assist one-to-one and in groups, and help ensure a fun, safe, engaging experience. The schedule is Tuesdays and Thursdays, 2:30 PM–6:30 PM, with one weekend a month and rotating holidays.

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a senior care environment preferred.
• Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games.
• Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
• Must be able to work a consistent schedule.

Responsibilities

• Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities in individual and group settings.
• Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Act as a positive representative at all times.
• Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Skills

Time management

Organizational skills

Positive attitude

Creative training arts/crafts/games

Communication skills

Consistent schedule

Job description

Lakeside Generations, a Cassia community, is hiring anActivities Assistantto join our team! If you're looking for a supportive team and a place to grow your career, this is your opportunity. Lakeside Generations is a welcoming senior care community where your skills are valued and your dedication to excellent care makes an impact.

In this role, you will conduct fun and exciting activities with our residents. Our ideal candidate is self-motivated with a genuine concern for our residents’ well-being, and has a creative personality and positive attitude. We are seeking someone who are enthusiastic about driving our bus and ensuring a safe, enjoyable experience for our passengers.

Position Type: Part-Time,working 2 days a week with one weekend a month and rotating holidays included

Hours: Tuesdays/Thursdays 2:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Pay Range: $19.09 - $21.09 per hour depending on experience.

Location: 439 William Avenue East, Dassel MN 55325

Activities Assistant Responsibilities:

• Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities in individual and group settings.
• Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Act as a positive representative at all times.
• Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• Perform other related tasks as needed.

Activities Assistant Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in a senior care environment preferred.
• Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games.
• Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
• Must be able to work a consistent schedule.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees
• Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance

About Us:

Located in Dassel next to a picturesque garden and lake, our small campus takes pride in giving the best care to our residents. Here, you will join our engaged, approachable staff and truly become a part of our tight-knit family where everybody knows your name. We want to make sure you have everything you need in order to succeed and support you in any way that we can. We are proud to have received the 2025 Customer Experience Award in overall satisfaction, nursing care, recommend to others, overall customer experience, etc.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience.As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care.Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do.We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.lakesidegenerations.org/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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