Activities Assistant

Canyon Springs Post-Acute; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits for FT

Paid training

Career growth

Team-oriented culture

San Jose location

Meaningful impact

Job summary

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

Working closely with the Activity Director, you will lead group activities, plan social and therapeutic programs, and encourage resident participation while ensuring safety and compliance with care guidelines.

Qualifications

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

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

Reliability

Communication

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.