Activities Assistant- FT and PT

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab; United States; On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Sapphire Shores Health and Rehab in Florida is seeking enthusiastic Activities Assistants to enhance the lives of our senior residents. Full-time and part-time positions involve planning, coordinating, and leading engaging activities tailored to residents' interests and care needs.

You will collaborate with the care team to create personalized activity plans, support ADLs during events, and document participation while maintaining a warm, inclusive community. Florida background screening applies.

Qualifications

• Experience in event planning or recreational therapy within assisted living or nursing home settings.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer's/dementia care and geriatrics.
• Strong communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Ability to develop engaging activities for diverse resident needs.

Responsibilities

• Develop and lead recreational activities and resident events.
• Collaborate to create personalized activity plans.
• Assist residents with daily activities during events.
• Build rapport and foster a welcoming environment.
• Coordinate with families and healthcare staff.
• Manage scheduling and ensure setup, execution, and cleanup.
• Maintain records of participation and outcomes.

Skills

Event planning

Recreational therapy

Senior activity coordination

Memory care

Communication

Office documentation

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Overview

We are seeking enthusiastic and compassionate Activities Assistants to join our vibrant team in both full-time and part-time capacities. In this role, you will play a vital part in enriching the lives of residents by planning, coordinating, and leading engaging activities tailored to their interests and needs. Your energy and creativity will foster a lively, supportive environment that promotes socialization, mental stimulation, and overall well-being for our senior residents. This position offers an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful difference in the lives of older adults while working within a dynamic team dedicated to excellence in senior care.

Duties

• Develop, organize, and facilitate a variety of recreational activities and resident events that promote social engagement, cognitive health, and physical activity.
• Collaborate with team members to create personalized activity plans that meet individual resident preferences and care needs.
• Assist residents with daily activities (Activities of Daily Living - ADLs) such as mobility, dressing, and personal hygiene as needed during activities.
• Build strong rapport with residents through meaningful interactions, fostering a warm and welcoming environment.
• Coordinate with families and healthcare staff to ensure activities align with residents' health conditions, including memory care or dementia-related needs.
• Manage scheduling for activities and ensure timely setup, execution, and cleanup of events.
• Maintain accurate records of resident participation and activity outcomes to support care planning and regulatory compliance.

Skills

• Proven experience in event planning, recreational therapy, or senior activity coordination within assisted living or nursing home settings.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer's disease, dementia care, geriatrics, and memory care best practices.
• Strong communication skills to effectively engage with residents, families, and team members.
• Ability to develop innovative programs tailored to diverse resident needs and interests.
• Experience working with individuals with disabilities or special care requirements in long-term or home & community care environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office for documentation and scheduling purposes.
• Exceptional interpersonal skills for building resident rapport and fostering a positive community atmosphere.
• Leadership qualities to assist in program development and team collaboration.

Florida Background Screening Requirement

This position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Agency for Health Care Administration (AHCA) Clearinghouse in accordance with Florida law. Employment is contingent upon successful completion of all required background screening.

For additional information regarding Florida background screening requirements and the Clearinghouse, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com/

Join us as an Activities Assistant to bring joy, vitality, and purpose into the lives of our residents! Your dedication will help create memorable experiences that enhance their quality of life while supporting our mission of compassionate senior care.