Activities Assistant - Create Joyful, Meaningful Days

Bluebird-Wellness-and-Rehabilitation; Missouri; On-site; USD 24,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

Bluebird Wellness and Rehabilitation in Missouri is seeking an energetic Activity Assistant to create fun, meaningful experiences for residents and support daily programs.

You will help plan crafts, games, music, outings, and events, encourage participation, maintain activity calendars, document participation, and collaborate with families and volunteers to foster a positive, resident-centered environment.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Activities Certification preferred.
• 1+ year experience in long-term care or related setting preferred.
• Experience running recreational or social programs in last 5 years preferred.
• Energetic, outgoing, and dependable.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.

Responsibilities

• Help plan and lead daily activities: crafts, games, music, outings, and special events.
• Encourage resident participation in group and one-on-one activities.
• Maintain and update monthly activity calendars.
• Assist with documenting participation (training provided).
• Support family, community, and volunteer involvement.
• Foster a positive, engaging environment for residents.

Skills

Energetic

Outgoing

Dependable

Strong communication

Organizational skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Activities Certification (preferred)

Job description

Bluebird Wellness and Rehabilitation in Missouri is seeking an energetic Activity Assistant to create fun, meaningful experiences for residents and support daily programs.

You will help plan crafts, games, music, outings, and events, encourage participation, maintain activity calendars, document participation, and collaborate with families and volunteers to foster a positive, resident-centered environment.