Activities Assistant

Cypress Ridge Care Center; Monterey (CA); On-site; USD 29,000 - 33,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

401(k) with match

HSA & FSA

Employee Stock Purchase Plan

Disability & Life Insurance

Career development opportunities

Job summary

Cypress Ridge Care Center in Monterey, CA is seeking an energetic Activities Assistant to join our full-time team. You will design, plan, and lead therapeutic activities that support residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, coordinating with nursing and therapy staff to tailor programs for diverse abilities.

Must hold a California CNA license; High school diploma or equivalent required. Excellent communication, patience, and enthusiasm are essential as you create engaging

Qualifications

• Must hold a current California CNA license.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Excellent communication, patience, and enthusiasm are essential.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily activities and group events for residents.
• Safely assist residents during activities, using CNA training.
• Maintain accurate logs of participation and progress per care plans.
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy teams to tailor activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Patience

Positive attitude

Education

CNA certification (CA)

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Title: Activities Assistant (Full-Time)

Location: Cypress Ridge Care Center , Monterey, CA

Pay Rate: $21.00 - $24.00 per hour

Position Type: Full-Time

About Us

Cypress Ridge Care Center is a premier 99-bed skilled nursing facility nestled in the beautiful Skyline Forest overlooking Monterey Bay. We love our employees and work hard to ensure our team members enjoy flexible scheduling, career stability, and opportunities for growth. We are looking for an energetic, creative, and compassionate individual to join our team as a full-time Activities Assistant.

Position Summary

As an Activities Assistant, you will play a vital role in enhancing our residents' quality of life. You will design, plan, and lead therapeutic activities that support the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of our residents. Because we prioritize complete resident care, this position requires a valid California Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) license so you can comfortably assist residents during group and individual programs.

Key Responsibilities

• Activity Leadership: Lead daily group events, individual room visits, and seasonal recreational activities designed to engage residents of varying cognitive and physical abilities.

• Resident Care: Safely assist residents with transfer, mobility, and personal care needs during activities, utilizing your CNA training to maintain safety and dignity.

• Documentation: Maintain accurate daily logs of resident participation, behavioral responses, and progress according to care plans.

• Collaboration: Work alongside the therapeutic and nursing teams to adapt activities to the unique interests and limitations of individual residents.

Requirements

• Licensure: Must hold a current, valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state of California.

• Education: High school diploma or equivalent.

• Skills: Strong communication skills, patience, and a positive, enthusiastic attitude when working with elderly populations.

• Experience: Prior experience in life enrichment, event planning, or activity coordination in a skilled nursing or long-term care facility is preferred but not required.

Benefits

We value our staff and offer a comprehensive benefits package to all full-time employees:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage

• Financial Security: 401(k) retirement plan with matching contributions

• Savings Accounts: Health Savings Accounts (HSA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA)

• Stock Options: Employee Stock Purchase Plan with options to buy discounted PACS stock

• Life & Disability: Short- and Long-Term Disability, plus Life and Critical Illness Insurance

• Support: Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and continuous career development opportunities

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.