Activities Assistant Full-Time

Bakersfield-Post-Acute; Bakersfield (CA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Life insurance

Paid time off

Paid holidays

Training and growth opportunities

Bonus opportunities

Job summary

Bakersfield Post Acute is seeking an energetic Activities Assistant to support residents’ physical, mental, and emotional well-being. You will help plan engaging programs, lead group activities, and assist with outings, while maintaining records and communications with staff.

This full-time role requires a high school diploma or equivalent, compassion for seniors, and reliable attendance. Pay starts between $18.00–$18.43/hour, based on experience, with benefits and growth opportunities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term-care preferred.
• Creativity and patience when working with seniors.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Flexibility to work weekends/holidays as needed.
• Ability to read policies, procedures and instructions.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning and conducting activities for residents.
• Lead games, crafts, music, social events and other programs.
• Develop monthly activity calendar and maintain attendance records.
• Encourage participation in group and self-directed activities.
• Support resident assessments and care plans as assigned.
• Maintain safe, clean, and organized activity spaces.
• Communicate with staff, families, and regulatory representatives.
• Assist with outings and transportation as needed.

Skills

Creativity

Enthusiasm

Patience

Compassion

Communication

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activities Assistant – Full-TimeBakersfield Post AcutePay Range: $18.00–$18.43 per hour, based on experienceBring Joy, Creativity, and Connection to Every Day!Bakersfield Post Acute is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative Full-Time Activities Assistant to join our team. This is a wonderful opportunity for someone who enjoys working with seniors, planning engaging programs, and creating meaningful experiences that brighten residents’ lives.Under the direction of the Activities Director, the Activities Assistant helps provide an ongoing program designed to support each resident’s interests and physical, mental, emotional, and psychosocial well-being.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesAssist with planning and conducting individual, small-group, and large-group activities.Lead games, crafts, music, social events, recreational programs, and other engaging activities.Help develop the monthly activity calendar and maintain accurate attendance records.Encourage residents to participate in group programs and self-directed activities, including hobbies, crafts, and reading.Provide appropriate materials for residents, including audiobooks, large-print materials, or Braille resources when needed.Offer in-room activities for residents who are bed-bound, isolated, or unable to attend group programs.Assist with planning resident outings and arranging transportation for appointments, activities, and discharges.Support resident assessments, activity care plans, discharge planning, and quarterly progress notes as assigned.Build positive and respectful relationships with residents and their families.Communicate effectively with employees, support personnel, community partners, and regulatory representatives.Participate in community planning related to facility programs and resident needs.Support quality-assurance initiatives and help implement improvement plans as requested by the Activities Director.Keep the Activities Department clean, organized, safe, and secure.Follow facility policies, safety procedures, and applicable regulations.Protect residents’ privacy and maintain the confidentiality of all health information.Perform additional duties as assigned.QualificationsHigh school diploma or equivalent required.One year of experience in a skilled nursing or long-term-care facility preferred.Previous experience working with seniors or individuals with disabilities is a plus.Creative, enthusiastic, patient, and compassionate personality.Strong communication, organization, and teamwork skills.Ability to read and understand policies, procedures, and instructional materials.Ability to solve practical problems and follow written, verbal, diagrammed, or scheduled instructions.Basic mathematical skills, including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.No professional license or certification required.Dependable attendance and flexibility to work assigned shifts, including weekends or holidays as needed.Physical RequirementsThis position requires frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, pulling, talking, and hearing. The employee must be able to lift or move up to 50 pounds frequently and occasionally climb, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The role also requires adequate close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth vision. Reasonable accommodations may be made for qualified individuals with disabilities.Why Join Bakersfield Post Acute?Competitive pay of $18.00–$18.43 per hour, based on experienceFull-time employmentMedical, dental, and vision insurance401(k) retirement planLife insurancePaid time off and paid holidaysTraining and professional growth opportunitiesReward and bonus opportunitiesSupportive leadership and a collaborative team environmentMeaningful work that brings happiness and connection to residents’ livesBenefits are subject to eligibility requirements and facility policy.If you are caring, creative, and ready to make every day more meaningful for our residents, apply today and join the team at Bakersfield Post Acute!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.