Activities Assistant

Shadelands Post Acute; Walnut Creek (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 28,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Full-Time position

Meaningful work directly impacting QOL

Collaborative team environment

Job summary

Shadelands Post Acute in Walnut Creek, CA is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and lead daily activities for residents. You’ll foster social interaction, creativity, and physical engagement in a compassionate, patient environment.

Join a team dedicated to meaningful quality of life for seniors. This full-time role offers opportunities to develop recreational programming and work collaboratively with staff to ensure safe, engaging activities.

Qualifications

• Experience with seniors in healthcare or long-term care preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading daily activities for residents.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting interests and abilities.
• Lead activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, and exercise.
• Support group and one-on-one activities for varying abilities.
• Create a welcoming, positive atmosphere and observe resident responses.

Skills

Experience with seniors

Strong communication

Team player

Creativity

Dependable

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Now Hiring: Activities Assistant

Join the Team at Shadelands Post Acute

Shadelands Post Acute is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and dependable Activities Assistant to join our team full-time.

The Activities Assistant plays an important role in creating a positive, engaging, and meaningful environment for our residents. This position assists with planning and leading activities that promote social interaction, creativity, physical engagement, and overall quality of life.

If you enjoy working with seniors and are passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we would love to have you join our team!

Position Details

• Position: Activities Assistant
• Employment Type: Full-Time
• Location: Shadelands Post Acute
• Pay Rate: $18.00-$20.00 per hour

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading daily activities and recreational programs for residents.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual interests, abilities, and preferences.
• Lead a variety of activities, including games, arts and crafts, music, exercise, social events, and other recreational programs.
• Assist with group and one-on-one activities for residents who may have different physical or cognitive abilities.
• Help create a welcoming, positive, and engaging atmosphere for residents.
• Encourage socialization and meaningful interaction among residents.
• Assist residents with participating in activities safely and comfortably.
• Prepare activity supplies, materials, and designated activity areas.
• Assist with special events, holiday celebrations, outings, and facility programs.
• Build positive relationships with residents and encourage participation in the activities program.
• Observe resident responses and preferences and communicate relevant information to the Activities Director or appropriate staff.
• Maintain clean, organized, and safe activity areas.
• Follow facility policies, procedures, and safety guidelines.
• Perform other duties related to the activities program as assigned.

Qualifications

• Previous experience working with seniors, in healthcare, long-term care, activities, recreation, or a related field preferred.
• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Friendly, outgoing, patient, and compassionate personality.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively with residents of varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Creative and enthusiastic approach to planning and leading activities.
• Dependable, organized, and able to work independently as well as part of a team.
• Ability to encourage and motivate residents to participate in activities.
• Commitment to providing respectful, person-centered care and service.

Why Join Shadelands Post Acute?

• Competitive pay: $18.00-$20.00/hour
• Full-Time position
• Meaningful work directly impacting residents' quality of life
• Supportive and collaborative team environment
• Opportunity to develop your skills in senior care and recreational programming
• Make a positive difference in the lives of our residents every day

Make a Difference Every Day

As an Activities Assistant at Shadelands Post Acute, you'll help create meaningful experiences, encourage social connection, and bring joy to our residents' daily lives.

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.