Activities Assistant

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

Job summary

Canyon Springs Post Acute in San Jose, CA is seeking an experienced Bilingual Activity Assistant to join our skilled nursing team. You will help develop and lead engaging recreational, social, and therapeutic programs that support residents' physical, emotional, and social well-being.

Your energy and creativity will help create meaningful experiences for our residents every day. The role requires bilingual ability (Vietnamese or Spanish), a passion for senior care, and strong

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Activity Assistant in a SNF, Post-Acute Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Senior Living community.
• Bilingual: Fluent in Vietnamese or Spanish.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Passion for working with seniors and excellent interpersonal/communication skills.
• Reliable, professional and team-oriented; able to organize/motivate residents.

Responsibilities

• Lead group activities and one-on-one resident engagement sessions.
• Assist planning and implementing recreational, social, and therapeutic programs.
• Encourage resident participation and involvement in activities.
• Prepare activity materials and spaces; document attendance as needed.
• Ensure compliance with facility policies and state/federal regulations.
• Foster a positive, welcoming environment for residents and families.

Skills

Bilingual Vietnamese/Spanish

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Team-oriented

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Bilingual Activity Assistant (Experience Required)Canyon Springs Post Acute | San Jose, CACanyon Springs Post-Acute is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and experienced Bilingual Activity Assistant to join our skilled nursing team in San Jose. If you enjoy working with seniors and creating engaging activities that improve residents' quality of life, we'd love to hear from you!Compensation & SchedulePay: $18.45 - $19.00 per hour (DOE)Positions Available: Full-Time & Part-TimeLocation: 180 North Jackson St., San Jose, CA 95116Position SummaryWorking closely with the Activity Director, you will help develop and lead engaging recreational, social, and therapeutic programs that support residents' physical, emotional, and social well-being. Your energy and creativity will help create meaningful experiences for our residents every day.ResponsibilitiesLead group activities and one-on-one resident engagement sessionsAssist with planning and implementing recreational, social, and therapeutic programsEncourage resident participation and involvementPrepare activity materials and event spacesDocument attendance and resident participation as neededEnsure all activities comply with facility policies and state and federal regulationsFoster a positive, welcoming environment for residents and their familiesQualificationsRequired: Previous experience as an Activity Assistant in a Skilled Nursing Facility (SNF), Post-Acute Care, Assisted Living, Memory Care, or Senior Living communityBilingual Required: Fluent in Vietnamese or SpanishHigh school diploma or equivalent preferredPassion for working with seniorsExcellent interpersonal and communication skillsReliable, professional, and team-orientedAbility to organize, motivate, and engage residents in activitiesWhy Join Canyon Springs Post Acute?Benefits for Full-Time EmployeesPaid training and professional developmentCareer growth opportunitiesSupportive team environmentConvenient location next to Regional Medical CenterOpportunity to positively impact residents' lives every dayApply today and become part of a team dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through meaningful activities and compassionate 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.