Activities Assistant

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation; Winston-Salem (NC); On-site; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Part-Time Day Shift

Ongoing training

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation in Winston-Salem, NC, seeks an empathetic Activities Assistant for a part-time day shift to help plan and lead engaging activities for residents. You will support social, recreational, and therapeutic programs that promote independence and meaningful connections, while collaborating with the care team.

Ideal candidates bring a friendly, patient attitude and strong communication skills.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in activities, recreation, customer service, healthcare, or working with older adults is preferred but not required.
• Friendly, patient, and compassionate with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills are a plus.

Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of daily group and one-on-one activities for residents.
• Encourage resident participation by creating a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
• Set up activity areas, prepare supplies, and assist with cleanup following programs.
• Provide individualized engagement for residents who are unable to participate in group activities.
• Adapt activities to meet residents' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
• Assist with holiday celebrations, special events, outings, and themed activities.
• Document resident participation and communicate observations to the Activities Director as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to ensure resident safety and enjoyment during activities.
• Help promote a vibrant, resident-centered environment that supports overall well-being.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Communication

Organizational abilities

Teamwork

Patience

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activities Assistant (Part-Time Days)

Location: Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation
Schedule: Part-Time | Day Shift (Occasional weekends and special events as needed)

Position Summary

Willow Valley Center for Nursing and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate, energetic Activities Assistant to help create engaging experiences that enhance the quality of life for our residents. In this role, you'll assist with planning and leading recreational, social, and therapeutic activities that encourage independence, foster meaningful connections, and bring enjoyment to each day.

If you have a positive attitude, enjoy working with seniors, and are passionate about making a difference, we'd love to have you on our team.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with the implementation of daily group and one-on-one activities for residents.
• Encourage resident participation by creating a fun, welcoming, and inclusive environment.
• Set up activity areas, prepare supplies, and assist with cleanup following programs.
• Provide individualized engagement for residents who are unable to participate in group activities.
• Adapt activities to meet residents' physical, cognitive, and emotional needs.
• Assist with holiday celebrations, special events, outings, and themed activities.
• Document resident participation and communicate observations to the Activities Director as appropriate.
• Work collaboratively with nursing and interdisciplinary team members to ensure resident safety and enjoyment during activities.
• Help promote a vibrant, resident-centered environment that supports overall well-being.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Previous experience in activities, recreation, customer service, healthcare, or working with older adults is preferred but not required.
• Friendly, patient, and compassionate with excellent interpersonal skills.
• Strong communication and organizational abilities.
• Dependable, flexible, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Basic computer skills are a plus.

Why Join Willow Valley?

• Part-Time Day Shift Schedule
• Supportive and welcoming team environment
• Opportunity to build meaningful relationships with residents
• Rewarding work that makes a positive impact every day
• Ongoing training and opportunities for professional growth