Activity Assistant

Pikes Peak Post Acute; Fort Lauderdale (FL); On-site; USD 25,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

City View Post Acute in Florida is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in planning and delivering a creative, engaging activities program for residents. You will help tailor activities to individual interests and abilities, ensuring compliance with regulations and company guidelines.

The role focuses on fostering meaningful moments, social interaction, and resident well-being through group and individual activities, outings, and in-room options.

Qualifications

• Compassionate and patient when working with seniors.
• Creative and enthusiastic about developing meaningful activities.
• Friendly, dependable, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Comfortable interacting with residents, families, staff, and the community.
• Organized and able to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Able to adapt activities to meet individual abilities and interests.

Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and conducting individual, small-group, and large-group activities.
• Help create an engaging and welcoming environment that encourages resident participation and social interaction.
• Assist with the development of the monthly activity calendar and maintain accurate attendance records.
• Encourage residents to participate in self-directed activities such as hobbies, crafts, reading, games, music, and other interests.
• Provide appropriate activity and reading materials, including Braille or audiobooks when needed.
• Assist with developing and implementing activity care plans based on resident assessments and individual interests.
• Participate in discharge planning and resident assessments as assigned.
• Assist with completing assessment documentation and quarterly progress notes as directed by the Activity Director.
• Help coordinate and participate in resident outings and community activities.
• Assist with arranging transportation for residents when necessary, including outings, appointments, and discharge.
• Ensure that residents who are bed-bound, isolated, or unable to attend group activities have appropriate in-room activities and opportunities for engagement.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, support personnel, government agencies, and members of the community.
• Participate in community planning and activities related to the interests and needs of residents and their families.
• Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee with developing and implementing plans of action related to identified quality concerns, as requested by the Activity Director.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and secure Activity Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Activity Director.

Skills

Compassionate & patient

Creative activities

Team player

Organized & document

Resident engagement

Adaptive activities

Job description

Activity Assistant – Full Time

City View Post Acute is looking for a compassionate, energetic, and creative Activity Assistant to join our team! If you enjoy working with seniors, creating meaningful experiences, and bringing joy and engagement to residents’ daily lives, we’d love to hear from you.

Position:

Activity Assistant

Schedule:

Full Time – Day Shift

Hours:

9:00 AM–5:00 PM or 10:00 AM–6:00 PM

Pay:

$18–$22 per hour, DOE (Depending on Experience)

General Purpose

The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in planning and conducting a creative, interactive, and meaningful activities program for our residents.

The Activity Assistant helps ensure that activities are designed to meet the individual interests, abilities, and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident. All activities must be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local regulations, as well as company standards and guidelines.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Participate in planning and conducting individual, small-group, and large-group activities.
• Help create an engaging and welcoming environment that encourages resident participation and social interaction.
• Assist with the development of the monthly activity calendar and maintain accurate attendance records.
• Encourage residents to participate in self-directed activities such as hobbies, crafts, reading, games, music, and other interests.
• Provide appropriate activity and reading materials, including Braille or audiobooks when needed.
• Assist with developing and implementing activity care plans based on resident assessments and individual interests.
• Participate in discharge planning and resident assessments as assigned.
• Assist with completing assessment documentation and quarterly progress notes as directed by the Activity Director.
• Help coordinate and participate in resident outings and community activities.
• Assist with arranging transportation for residents when necessary, including outings, appointments, and discharge.
• Ensure that residents who are bed-bound, isolated, or unable to attend group activities have appropriate in-room activities and opportunities for engagement.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, coworkers, support personnel, government agencies, and members of the community.
• Participate in community planning and activities related to the interests and needs of residents and their families.
• Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee with developing and implementing plans of action related to identified quality concerns, as requested by the Activity Director.
• Help maintain a clean, organized, safe, and secure Activity Department.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Activity Director.

What We’re Looking For

• Compassionate and patient when working with seniors.
• Creative and enthusiastic about developing fun and meaningful activities.
• Friendly, dependable, and able to work well as part of a team.
• Comfortable interacting with residents, families, staff, and the community.
• Organized and able to maintain accurate records and documentation.
• Able to adapt activities to meet the individual abilities and interests of residents.
• Passionate about helping residents maintain a sense of purpose, connection, independence, and quality of life.

Supervisory Requirements

This position has no supervisory responsibilities.

Why Join City View Post Acute?

At City View Post Acute, our activities program is about more than keeping residents busy — it’s about creating meaningful moments, building connections, and helping residents enjoy each day to the fullest.

If you’re energetic, creative, and passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, we want to meet you!

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.