Activities Assistant

Watertown Health Care Center; Watertown (WI); On-site; USD 19,000 - 22,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental and Vision offerings

Tuition Reimbursement

Paid Time Off

401k matched at 10%

Flexible Hours (8 hour shifts)

Paid Holidays

Same day pay with Tapcheck

Job summary

Watertown Health Care Center in Watertown, WI seeks dedicated caregivers to provide compassionate direct patient care and support activity programming for residents. You will foster dignity, independence, and meaningful engagement while guiding residents with kindness during challenging times.

As a frontline team member, you will collaborate with staff to plan daily activities, ensure safety, document participation, and promote a warm, respectful atmosphere for residents and families alike.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills required.
• Experience with documentation and scheduling is a plus.
• Patience, creativity and compassion are essential.
• Must be able to lift up to 5 lbs and stand for long periods.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and implementing activities for residents.
• Lead or co-lead group activities and events.
• Encourage participation based on abilities and preferences.
• Escort residents to activities inside the facility.
• Document attendance and report changes in status.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Team player

Documentation basics

Patience and compassion

Ability to lift up to 5 lbs

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Come Join Our Healthcare Family!!

Competitive Wages!

Do you want stability and longevity in your career? Are you dedicated to resident care and looking for competitive compensation?! If YES… Watertown Health Care Center is looking for YOU!

Watertown Health Care Center is a skilled nursing home facility and takes pride in providing our residents with an amazing experience. We have an incredible tight-knit family of caregivers that serves our residents everyday with compassion, care and a positive attitude! We value and work hard to appreciate our caregivers because we recognize they are the foundation of our organization. We would love for you to join that family!

Benefits of this position:

• Health, Dental and Vision offerings

• Tuition Reimbursement

• Paid Time Off

• Great Work Environment

• 401k matched at 10%

• Flexible Hours (8 hour shifts)

• Paid Holidays

• Same day pay with Tapcheck

• Job location: Watertown, WI

Summary

Here at Watertown Health Care Center, we rely on and trust our CNA to perform direct patient care and create a compassionate environment. In this role, the core of your care will be ensuring that all of our customers are treated with dignity and respect. You will empower our patients, recognizing their ability to make their own choices while guiding them with kindness and understanding through challenging times. As our first point of contact with patients and families, you'll encourage communication and interaction, creating a supportive network.

Essential Job Duties

• Assist in planning, organizing, and implementing daily, weekly, and monthly activity programs tailored to meet the interests and needs of residents.

• Lead or co-lead group and individual activities, including games, crafts, music, exercise, social events, outings, and religious services.

• Encourage resident participation and help residents engage based on their individual abilities and preferences.

• Transport or escort residents to and from activities within the facility and occasionally outside the premises.

• Document resident attendance and participation; report changes in physical or mental status to the appropriate personnel.

• Assist in decorating the facility for holidays, birthdays, and special events.

• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and other staff members.

• Ensure all activities are conducted in a safe and respectful environment.

• Support resident-centered care and promote dignity and independence.

• Maintain activity equipment and supplies, ensuring they are clean and in good condition.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.

• Prior experience in a similar role (preferred, but not required).

• Experience working with the elderly or individuals with dementia or physical limitations (preferred).

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.

• Patience, creativity, and a compassionate demeanor.

• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.

• Basic computer skills for documentation and scheduling.

• Must be able to lift up to 5 lbs and perform physical tasks such as bending, lifting, and standing for long periods.