Activities Assistant

Excelsior Care Group; Delray Beach (FL); On-site; USD 23,000 - 24,000; Part time

Job summary

West Delray Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an energetic Activities Assistant to plan and run engaging recreational programs for residents.

You will help create a welcoming, supportive environment, coordinating with nursing staff and families to enrich daily life for seniors in a compassionate, patient-focused role.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Two years of experience in activities, recreation, customer service, or a related field preferred.
• Experience in nursing or long-term care setting preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading daily recreational and social activities.
• Facilitate games, arts and crafts, music programs, exercise activities, group events, and celebrations.
• Encourage participation while respecting residents' interests and abilities.
• Provide one-on-one visits and companionship for residents needing individualized engagement.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families.
• Transport residents to activities as needed.
• Set up spaces and materials, and clean up after programs.
• Document attendance, participation, and responses to activities.
• Collaborate with nursing and other departments to support resident-centered programming.

Skills

Customer service

Teamwork

Communication

Compassionate care

Organizational skills

Scheduling availability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activities Assistant

Facility: West Delray Nursing and Rehabilitation Center
Location: Delray Beach, Florida
Schedule: Part-Time, Day Shift; Every Other Weekend Required
Pay Rate: $17.00–$17.50 per hour

Help Make Every Day Meaningful

West Delray Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative Activities Assistant to help provide engaging experiences that enrich our residents’ lives.

Position Summary

The Activities Assistant helps plan and carry out recreational, social, educational, and therapeutic programs that support residents’ physical, emotional, and social well-being. This role helps create a welcoming environment where residents feel valued, connected, and supported.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading daily recreational and social activities.

• Facilitate games, arts and crafts, music programs, exercise activities, group events, and holiday celebrations.

• Encourage participation while respecting residents’ individual interests, preferences, and abilities.

• Provide one‑on‑one visits and companionship for residents who benefit from individualized engagement.

• Build positive relationships with residents and their families.

• Assist with transporting residents safely to and from activities as needed.

• Set up activity spaces, equipment, and supplies, and clean up after programs.

• Document attendance, participation, and residents’ responses to activities.

• Maintain activity supplies and assist with inventory management.

• Collaborate with nursing and other departments to support resident‑centered programming.

• Follow facility policies, safety procedures, and applicable state and federal regulations.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Two years of experience in activities, recreation, customer service, or a related field preferred.

• Experience in a skilled nursing, rehabilitation, assisted living, or long‑term care setting preferred.

• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively with a team.

• Compassionate, patient, dependable, and enthusiastic approach to working with seniors.

• Availability to work part‑time day shifts, including every other weekend.

Background screening information:
Florida Clearinghouse