Activities Assistant-Full Time

Greencroft Communities; Goshen (IN); On-site; USD 30,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Voluntary life insurance

403(b) retirement plan with employer 2

Paid time off

ReadyPay Today

Job summary

Greencroft Communities is seeking an Activities Assistant to brighten daily life for residents living with dementia and memory-related challenges. You’ll plan and lead creative activities, encourage participation, and foster social interaction and well-being.

Requirements include a high school diploma and 2+ years working with older adults. You should be dependable, creative, and have strong communication skills. Regular schedule Mon–Fri 8:00 AM–4:30 PM with weekend/holidays.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience working with older adults.
• Creativity and strong interpersonal/communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead creative, engaging, and meaningful activities based on residents’ interests and abilities.
• Encourage residents to participate while respecting their individual preferences and comfort levels.
• Create opportunities for social interaction, cognitive stimulation, movement, creativity, and fun.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and fellow team members.
• Assist with special events, celebrations, outings, and community programs.
• Complete required reports, forms, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Participate in community planning and support activities throughout the facility.
• Stay current on applicable federal and state regulations and activity-program requirements.
• Help maintain a welcoming, supportive, and person-centered environment.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Creativity

Program planning

Team collaboration

Resident engagement

Education

High school diploma

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Hourly Rate: $14.44 - $18.45 depending on experience

As an Activities Assistant, you’ll help bring energy, connection, and meaningful moments to each day for residents living with dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory-related challenges.

Whether you’re leading a creative activity, encouraging someone to join a group, celebrating a special occasion, or simply sharing a conversation, your work will help residents feel included, valued, and at home. You’ll collaborate with a caring team to create engaging experiences that support cognitive stimulation, social connection, emotional well-being, and plenty of smiles.

Your Role in the Team

As our Activities Assistant, you will:

• Help plan and lead creative, engaging, and meaningful activities based on residents’ interests and abilities.
• Encourage residents to participate while respecting their individual preferences and comfort levels.
• Create opportunities for social interaction, cognitive stimulation, movement, creativity, and fun.
• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and fellow team members.
• Assist with special events, celebrations, outings, and community programs.
• Complete required reports, forms, and other administrative responsibilities.
• Participate in community planning and support activities throughout the facility.
• Stay current on applicable federal and state regulations and activity-program requirements.
• Help maintain a welcoming, supportive, and person-centered environment.

Schedule

• Monday–Friday, 8:00 AM–4:30 PM
• Weekend and holiday rotation

What You’ll Bring

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Two or more years of experience working with older adults.
• A dependable, cooperative, and enthusiastic approach.
• Strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Creativity and the ability to plan programs that residents will enjoy.
• A genuine desire to support and care for older adults.
• Specialized training in dementia and Alzheimer’s care, along with a willingness to participate in continued education related to memory care.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Voluntary life insurance
• 403(b) retirement plan with employer match
• Paid time off
• ReadyPay Today
• Additional benefits may be available

If you’re creative, compassionate, and ready to make each day brighter for our residents, we would love to welcome you to our team! For questions, please reach out to Ilia Anderson at 574-537-4029.