Activities Assistant

Cura-Health; Le Sueur (MN); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Paid Time Off

Retirement Plan (401k) with 4% match

Life Insurance

Health Savings Account (HSA)

Job summary

Cura Health is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and lead meaningful activities that promote socialization, independence, and engagement for residents. You will work closely with residents, families, and staff to create a positive and engaging facility environment.

The role emphasizes compassion, creativity, and teamwork, with responsibilities ranging from individual visits to coordinating outings and events. A high school diploma and strong communication skills are required.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Dependable, organized, creative, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Ability to work effectively with older adults and residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Previous experience in activities, recreation, healthcare, or long-term care is preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging individual and group activities.
• Encourage resident participation based on individual interests and abilities.
• Provide one-on-one activities and visits as needed.
• Assist residents to and from activities.
• Help coordinate outings, special events, and holiday celebrations.
• Maintain activity calendars, participation records, and required documentation.
• Keep activity areas and supplies organized, clean, and safe.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families.
• Follow facility policies, resident rights, and regulatory requirements.

Skills

Strong communication

Interpersonal skills

Dependable

Organized

Creative

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

At Cura Health, we are looking for a creative, compassionate, and energetic Activities Assistant to join our team. This position plays an important role in enhancing the quality of life of our residents by providing meaningful activities that promote socialization, independence, engagement, and overall well-being.

If you are enthusiastic, dependable, and passionate about making a positive difference in the lives of others, Cura Health is the perfect place to grow your career. We are committed to creating a welcoming and supportive environment where employees are encouraged to bring new ideas, have fun, and help make each day meaningful for our residents.

The Activities Assistant position assists with planning, organizing, and leading individual and group activities based on residents’ interests, abilities, and preferences. This position works closely with residents, families, and other staff to encourage participation and create a positive and engaging environment throughout the facility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead engaging individual and group activities.
• Encourage resident participation based on individual interests and abilities.
• Provide one-on-one activities and visits as needed.
• Assist residents to and from activities.
• Help coordinate outings, special events, and holiday celebrations.
• Maintain activity calendars, participation records, and required documentation.
• Keep activity areas and supplies organized, clean, and safe.
• Build positive relationships with residents and families.
• Follow facility policies, resident rights, and regulatory requirements.

Join Cura Health and become an important part of a team that values compassion, creativity, teamwork, and meaningful connections while making a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

High school diploma or equivalent required.

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.

Dependable, organized, creative, and able to work well as part of a team.

Ability to work effectively with older adults and residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

Previous experience in activities, recreation, healthcare, or long-term care is preferred but not required.

• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
• Paid Time Off
• Retirement Plan (401k) with 4% match
• Life Insurance
• Health Savings Account (HSA) eligibility
• Training & Development