Activities Assistant

Salinas Valley Post Acute in; Salinas (CA); On-site; USD 24,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Professional development

Job summary

Salinas Valley Post Acute in Salinas, CA is seeking a full-time Activities Assistant to join our compassionate care team. You will plan and lead daily group and individual activities to enrich residents’ lives.

You’ll engage residents in social, creative, and physical events, help transport them within the facility, and document participation and progress. We offer competitive wages and a robust benefits package.

Qualifications

• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care facilities preferred.
• Passion to work with elderly and rehabilitating populations.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Willingness to work weekends or holidays as needed.
• Must pass background checks and drug screenings for healthcare facilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct daily group and individual activities.
• Engage residents in social, creative, and physical events.
• Provide safe transport to activity areas.
• Maintain accurate daily logs of attendance and engagement.
• Decorate activity rooms and prepare supplies for events.

Job description

Activities Assistant (Healthcare)

Salinas Valley Post Acute is seeking a dedicated, energetic, and compassionate Full-Time Activities Assistant to join our vibrant therapy and care team in Salinas, CA.

This full-time position offers a competitive wage of $17.48 - $18.00 per hour, a robust benefits package, and the opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the daily lives of our residents.

Job Overview

• : Activities AssistantPosition
• : Full-TimeStatus
• : $17.48 - $18.00 / hourCompensation
• : Salinas Valley Post Acute, Salinas, CALocation

What You Will Do

• Plan Activities: Assist in organizing, scheduling, and conducting daily group and individual activities.
• Engage Residents: Encourage and facilitate resident participation in social, creative, and physical events.
• Provide Transport: Accompany and assist residents safely to and from activity areas within the facility.
• Document Progress: Maintain accurate daily logs of resident attendance and individual engagement levels.
• Decorate & Prepare: Set up activity rooms, prepare supplies, and create seasonal displays for events.

What We Are Looking For

• Experience: Previous experience in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or assisted living facility preferred.
• Passion: A genuine desire to work with elderly and rehabilitating populations.
• Skills: Strong communication, excellent organizational abilities, and a high level of enthusiasm.
• Flexibility: Ability to work occasional weekends or holidays depending on the event schedule.
• Requirements: Must pass standard background checks and drug screenings required for healthcare facilities.

Benefits We Offer

• Health Coverage: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance plans.
• Retirement: 401(k) retirement plan options.
• Paid Time Off: Generous accrued vacation, sick leave, and paid holidays.
• Growth: Opportunities for professional development and continuing education in healthcare.

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.