Activities Assistant

Pikes Peak Post Acute; Post (OR); On-site; USD 51,577,000 - 57,308,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Loan repayment toward nursing school

Excellent benefits package

Generous PTO including birthday

401(k) with company match

Advancement opportunities

Job summary

Cherrydale Post Acute is seeking an energetic, compassionate Activities Assistant to bring engagement, fun, and meaningful experiences to our residents. Working with the Activities Director, you will develop and implement programs that support residents' physical, emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being.

The role requires a positive, patient approach and the ability to create a welcoming environment. This full-time position offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package.

Qualifications

• HS diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in long-term care, healthcare, recreation, or activities setting preferred.
• Experience working with seniors is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activities Director in planning and conducting activities.
• Encourage resident participation in games, crafts, music, exercise, social events, and community outings.
• Help create a stimulating and engaging environment that promotes quality of life.
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars.
• Maintain activity attendance records and documentation.
• Support resident assessments and activity care plans.
• Provide one-on-one and in-room activities for residents who are unable to attend group events.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and family activities.
• Transport or escort residents to activities as needed.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members.
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming Activities Department.
• Support facility policies, regulatory requirements, and resident-centered care initiatives.

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of experience in long-term care, healthcare, recreation, or activities setting

Experience working with seniors is a plus

Job description

About Us At

Activities Assistant – Full-Time

$18–$20/hour

Greenville, SC

About Us

At Cherrydale Post Acute, we believe in planting roots. That's why many of our staff members have built long-term careers here, supported by a dedicated leadership team that has remained committed through thick and thin. Located in the heart of Greenville, our 132-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility has recently welcomed new management and a fun, innovative Administrator focused on growing an already outstanding culture.

We're looking for team members who want to make a difference in residents' lives while becoming part of a workplace that feels like home.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay: $18–$20/hr
• $5,000 toward nursing school tuition or loan repayment (with matching opportunities through our ECPI partnership)
• Excellent benefits package
• Generous PTO, including PTO for your birthday
• 401(k) with company match
• Advancement opportunities within the largest network of skilled nursing facilities in South Carolina
• Supportive leadership and team-oriented culture
• Employee appreciation and recognition programs

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative Activities Assistant to help bring engagement, fun, and meaningful experiences to our residents. Working alongside the Activities Director, you will help develop and implement programs that support residents' physical, emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist the Activities Director in planning and conducting individual, small-group, and large-group activities
• Encourage resident participation in games, crafts, music, exercise, social events, and community outings
• Help create a stimulating and engaging environment that promotes quality of life
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars
• Maintain activity attendance records and documentation
• Support resident assessments and activity care plans
• Provide one-on-one and in-room activities for residents who are unable to attend group events
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, and family activities
• Transport or escort residents to activities as needed
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and interdisciplinary team members
• Maintain a clean, organized, and welcoming Activities Department
• Support facility policies, regulatory requirements, and resident-centered care initiatives

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One year of experience in a long-term care, healthcare, recreation, or activities setting preferred
• Experience working with seniors is a plus

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.