Activities Assistant

EagleCare LLC; Valparaiso (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive Compensation

Health & Wellness

Career Growth

Team Culture

Job summary

EagleCare LLC is seeking an Activity Assistant to enhance the lives of seniors at Valparaiso Care and Rehab. This role requires a compassionate individual to create engaging activities and work closely with residents and care teams. Ideal candidates will possess a high school diploma or GED and complete Nursing Assistant training.

Competitive compensation, health benefits, and opportunities for career growth are offered. Join us in making a difference in the lives of seniors.

Qualifications

• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to residents, including Compassion and Excellence.
• Successful completion of a state-approved Nursing Assistant training.
• Ability to connect with residents on emotional and social needs.

Responsibilities

• Create engaging activities for residents based on their abilities.
• Support residents' emotional and social needs.
• Cooperate with care teams to enhance resident experiences.

Skills

Creativity

Supportive Presence

Teamwork

Time Management

Education

High school diploma or GED

CNA training completion

Job description

Activity Assistant Opportunity at Valparaiso Care and Rehab

The Activity Assistant plays a vital and heartfelt role in enriching the lives of residents. With warmth, patience, and genuine care, they help create a joyful and engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued.

Skills Needed

• Creativity: Create engaging, age-appropriate activities that suit different physical and cognitive abilities.
• Supportive Presence: Being able to truly connect with residents, understanding their emotional and social needs.
• Teamwork: The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents. Cooperating closely with the care team to support residents holistically.
• Time Management: Balancing daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity prep.

Requirements

• Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff. Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence
• High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Successful completion of a state‑approved Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program or a CNA competency evaluation program approved by the State. This training can also be provided by the community.

Benefits and Perks

• Competitive Compensation: Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
• Health & Wellness: Medical coverage as low as $25, vision, and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work‑related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personlized Wellness Coaching.
• Life in Balance: Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
• Career Growth: Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company-sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
• Team Culture: C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.

*Full‑Time and Part‑Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply

Equal Opportunity Employer

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