Activities Assistant

Cassia; Eagle (CO); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

PTO & 401(k) with employer match

Health benefits

Employee assistance program

Pet insurance

Meal discount

Job summary

Castle Peak in Eagle, CO is seeking an Activities Assistant to design and run engaging activities for residents in a skilled nursing and assisted living setting. You will help create a vibrant life program, guiding participants through group and individual activities while supporting family engagement.

The role requires a self-motivated, creative individual with strong communication skills and a passion for enhancing residents' well-being in a long-term care environment.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Experience in health/human services preferred.
• Experience in therapeutic activity departments preferred.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Desire to work with older adults in long-term care.
• Ability to manage diverse individuals and large projects.

Responsibilities

• Plan and monitor leisure activities for residents in both individual and group settings.
• Encourage, support, and assist residents to pursue individual interests.
• Coordinate weekend, evening, and holiday events.
• Maintain open relationships with residents' families/guardians.
• Observe and document activity attendance, mood, and involvement.
• Transport residents to activities of their choosing.
• Coordinate meetings and record minutes.
• Act as a positive representative of the facility at all times.
• Assist with recruiting and maintaining volunteer programs.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Weekend availability

Time management

Education

High School Diploma or GED

Job description

Castle Peak, located in Eagle, CO, is currently seeking a Activities Assistantto join our weekend team! In this role, you will be responsible for designing and implementing activities for the residents in the Skilled Nursingand Assisted Living facility.

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.

Position Type: Full-Time, working a varying schedule including every other weekend

Wage Range: $18 to $24 / hour depending on experience.

Location: 195 Freestone Road 5980, Eagle, Colorado 81631

Activities Assistant responsibilities:

• Plan and monitor leisure activities for residents in both individual and group settings including community outings and outdoor activities.
• Encourage, support, and assist residents to help continue their individual interests and hobbies.
• Coordinate weekend, evening, and holiday events.
• Maintain an open working relationship with the resident's family/guardian.
• Observe and document activity attendance, mood, behavior, and degree of involvement.
• Transport residents to and from activities of their choosing.
• Coordinate meetings and record meeting minutes.
• Act as a positive representative of the facility at all times.
• Assistwith recruiting and maintaining volunteer program for campus.
• Perform other related tasks as requested.

Life Enrichment Assistant skills and requirements:

• High School Graduate or Equivalent.
• Experience in a health/human services related field preferred.
• Prior experience working in a therapeutic activity department preferred.
• Excellent oral, written and interpersonal communication skills.
• Desire to work with older adults in a long term care setting.
• Ability to manage diverse individuals and large projects.

Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Generous 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
• Pet Insurance
• $8 Meals and Good Food

About Us:

Our employees at Castle Peak love the work/life balance, breathtaking mountain views, and connecting with our amazing residents. We take pride in our hardworking employees and make sure they feel appreciated and welcomed every day they come to work. We are passionate about what we do and invite you to join our team today! 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.castlepeak.org

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.