Activities Assistant

Canyon Springs Post-Acute; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid training

Professional development

Career growth opportunities

Supportive team culture

Job summary

Canyon Springs Post-Acute in San Jose, CA seeks an energetic Bilingual Activity Assistant to engage residents with group activities and social programs. You will work with the Activity Director to implement meaningful experiences, supporting physical, emotional, and social well-being.

The role requires leading engaging programs, coordinating materials, and ensuring alignment with care guidelines while fostering a welcoming community within the facility.

Qualifications

• Bilingual required: Fluent in Vietnamese or Spanish.
• Passion for working with seniors in a post-acute setting.

Responsibilities

• Lead group activities and one-on-one engagement sessions.
• Assist in planning and executing social, recreational, and therapeutic programs.
• Encourage resident participation to enhance quality of life.
• Ensure activities align with state and federal care guidelines.
• Set up and organize materials for daily events and programs.

Skills

Bilingual (Vietnamese/Spanish)

Job description

Canyon Springs Post Acute - San Jose, CA

Canyon Springs Post-Acute is seeking an energetic and compassionate Bilingual Activity Assistant to join our premier skilled nursing team in San Jose. In this rewarding role, you will help create meaningful experiences that keep our residents active, social, and engaged through fun and creative programming.

Compensation & Schedule

• Pay: $18.45 - $19.00 per hour (DOE)
• Type: Full-Time & Part-Time opportunities available
• Location: 180 North Jackson St., San Jose, CA (next to Regional Medical Center)

The Role

Working closely with the Activity Director, you will help implement engaging programs designed to support residents' physical, emotional, and social well-being. You'll play an important role in creating a vibrant, welcoming community within our facility.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead group activities and one-on-one engagement sessions
• Assist in planning and executing social, recreational, and therapeutic programs
• Encourage resident participation to enhance quality of life
• Ensure activities align with state and federal care guidelines
• Set up and organize materials for daily events and programs

Qualifications

• Bilingual required: Fluent in Vietnamese or Spanish
• Passion: Genuine interest in working with seniors in a post-acute setting
• Reliability: Strong attendance and commitment to resident safety
• Communication: Ability to build positive relationships with residents, families, and team members

Why Join Canyon Springs?

We value our team members and offer a supportive environment where you can grow and thrive:

• Benefits for Full Time Employees
• Paid training and ongoing professional development
• Career growth opportunities within our organization
• Supportive, team-oriented workplace culture
• Convenient location next to Regional Medical Center
• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact in residents' lives every day

If you're enthusiastic, caring, and ready to make a difference, we'd love to have you join our team at Canyon Springs Post-Acute Care!

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.