Activity Assistant

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 33,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

401(k)

Paid Time Off

DailyPay option

Job summary

Central Desert Behavioral Health Hospital in Albuquerque, NM is seeking an Activity Assistant to bring joy and engagement to our senior patients. The role involves organizing activities that enhance cognitive, social, and physical needs, working alongside the Activity Director.

The position offers a competitive wage of $24.00–$28.00 per hour, with a comprehensive benefits package for full-time team members including health, retirement, and other programs.

Qualifications

• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; college credits are preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and proof of liability insurance required.
• Must have reliable transportation.
• Assist with planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for patients/residents.
• Preferred aptitude for arts and crafts.

Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for patients/residents.
• Assist with transporting, communicating, and setting up for activities in and out of the facility; order and pick up materials.
• Conduct one-on-one activity therapy and group activities to promote progress.

Skills

Creativity

Communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

College credits preferred

Job description

The Activity Assistant brings joy and fulfillment to active seniors through creativity and engagement. A critical role in a vibrant senior environment, our Activity Aide gets to organize activities that enhance cognitive, social, and physical needs.

USD $24.00 - $28.00 /Hr.

The wage range for this role takes into account the wide range of factors that are considered in making compensation decisions including, but not limited to, skill sets, experience, education and training, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs.

The Activity Assistant will work side by side with the Activity Director assisting with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for our patients and residents including

• Assist with the planning, development, coordination, and implementation of activities for our patients and residents.


• Assist with transporting, communicating, and setting up for activities in and out of the facility on a regular basis; as well as order and pick up the materials for the activities (as needed).


• Conduct one-on-one activity therapy to offer sensory stimulation and group activities to ensure patients and residents make personal progress.


• Minimum high school diploma or equivalent required; college credits are preferred


• Preferred aptitude for, and some training in, arts and crafts


• Valid driver’s license, clean driving record and provide proof of liability insurance required


• Must have reliable transportation

All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts


• Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs


• PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program


• 401(k)


• Paid Time Off Plan


• New Pet Insurance Discount available


• DailyPay option available! - Get your pay, when you need it.


• Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction


• Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts


• Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)


• Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund


• Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available - payroll deduction!


• In-facility education programs and more!

Drug Free, Smoke-Free work place. Equal Opportunity Employer, including disability/vets