Activities Assistant, Full-time

Pleasantview Nursing Center; Metter (GA); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Job summary

Pleasantview Nursing Center in Georgia is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team. This role supports residents by planning and delivering activities that enhance their quality of life, addressing social, physical, spiritual and mental health needs.

Ideal candidates have at least 6 months of experience with seniors, strong interpersonal skills, and a commitment to compassionate care. English proficiency is required, and the position may require driving and background checks as part of

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience working with residents in long-term care.
• Experience planning and directing activities for elderly residents.
• Good verbal communication skills, clear directions to others.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude for activities.
• Must have a valid state drivers license.
• Must pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide activities to support residents' quality of life.
• Assist in addressing social, physical, spiritual and mental health needs.
• Engage residents and encourage participation.
• Collaborate with facility team for activity programming.

Skills

Experience with residents

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

English proficiency

Senior care

Activity planning

Job description

Pleasantview Nursing Center has an opportunity for an Activities Assistant to join our team.

This position will assist in planning and providing activities that support and maintain the resident's quality of life, addressing the resident's social, physical, spiritual and mental health. Provides supportive activities in a comfortable environment to residents. The ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, exceptional customer service, and a desire to serve Seniors. The successful candidate will have at least 6 months of prior experience in a similar occupation. Must have previous experience working with elderly patients. The ability to speak and read English is required.

Basic Qualifications:

• Minimum of 6 months of experience working with residents in long-term care.
• At least minimal experience in planning and directing activities for elderly residents, and in planning and organizing special programs for residents, families and staff.
• Good verbal communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities, and in enlisting the support of facility team members for activity programming.
• Must have a valid state driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.