Activities Assistant - Full Time

Senior Community Care of North Carolina Home Health; Durham (NC); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

403(b) plan

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Employee Assistance Program

Wellness incentives

Early pay access

Referral bonuses

Scholarship opportunities

Job summary

Join The Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE as an Activities Assistant - Full Time in Durham, NC. This role offers meaningful opportunities to serve seniors in a healthcare setting, leading engaging recreational activities and supporting residents' well-being.

Requires one year with elderly, a high school diploma or equivalent, and knowledge of activity programming. We offer a supportive team, growth opportunities and a mission-driven environment in a vibrant campus setting.

Qualifications

• Must have one year’s experience working with the elderly population.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of principles, practices, standards and techniques for providing recreational activities.
• Knowledge of how to use and maintain materials and equipment needed to provide recreational activities.

Responsibilities

• Lead/assist in groups and 1:1 activities (exercise, arts, crafts, games, events, sensory).
• Assist Activities Director/Recreation Therapist in assessing participants’ functional status related to activities.
• Help develop and implement recreational activities meeting participants' interests and capabilities under supervision.
• Complete assigned activity charting and reporting as directed.

Skills

Experience with elderly population

Recreational activities knowledge

Materials & equipment handling

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

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Activities Assistant - Full Time

• Posted on August 20, 2026

Locations

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• Rate : $18 USD per hour
• Activities
• Full-Time
• Requisition #: ACTIV008370

Description

Care with Heart. Work with Purpose.

Join The Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE as an Activities Assistant - Full Time in Durham, NC. This is more than a job! It's a paid opportunity to serve others, live our mission, and make a meaningful impact in a healthcare setting. As a compassionate organization, we're dedicated to serving others and fostering an environment where both our residents and team members thrive. If you're ready to grow your career while making a difference, we'd love to connect with you.

Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE is a community of Volunteers of America National Services, a subsidiary of the Volunteers of America parent organization. Proudly Great Place to Work® Certified for 8 consecutive years.

Pay Range: $17.40-$19.18

Schedule: M-F 9a-4p

Why You'll Love It Here

• Supportive, caring leadership that truly values your voice
• A positive, team-oriented environment that you can rely on one another
• A beautiful, welcoming campus you'll enjoy coming to each day
• Opportunities for career growth and ongoing development
• Purpose-driven work that makes a meaningful difference every day

What We Offer

• 403(b) with discretionary contribution
• Paid Time Off + Personal Days
• Life Insurance & Short-Term Disability
• Employee Assistance Program
• Wellness incentives (earn up to $350)
• Get paid early (access up to 50% of earnings)
• Referral bonuses & scholarship opportunities

What You Bring (Requirements)

• Must have one year’s experience working with the elderly population.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Knowledge of the principles’ practices standards and techniques of the provision of recreational activities.
• Knowledge of how to use and maintain materials and equipment of need to provide recreational activities.

What You'll Be Responsible For

• Leads and/or assists in large groups, small groups 1:1’s and individual activities (exercise, arts and crafts, games, current events, sensory, etc.).
• Assists Activities Director/Recreation Therapist in assessing and reassessing participants’ functional status in relationship to participation in recreational activities.
• Assists with the development and implementation of recreational activities that meet the interests, needs and capabilities of participants under the supervision of Activities Director or Recreation Therapist.
• Completes assigned activity charting and reporting as assigned by Activities Director or Recreation Therapist.

About Us:

Senior Community Care of North Carolina PACE provides healthcare and supportive services for individuals age 55 and older, helping them live safely, comfortably, and independently in their own homes and communities. As a Program of All-Inclusive Care for the Elderly (PACE) provider, our interdisciplinary teams deliver personalized, comprehensive care tailored to each participant’s needs. Situated in Durham, this location blends Southern charm with a growing, innovative community. With access to green spaces, a lively downtown, and part of the renowned Research Triangle alongside Raleigh and Chapel Hill, the area offers a dynamic and well-rounded lifestyle.

At VOANS, we celebrate sharing, encouraging and embracing diversity. Equal employment opportunities are available to all without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical and mental disability, marital status, parental status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, military and veteran status, and any other characteristic protected by applicable law. We believe that blending individual strengths and unique personal differences nurtures and supports our organization's shared commitment to our mission and creates an inclusive and diverse environment where everyone feels valued and has the opportunity to do their personal best.

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