CNA Activities Specialist - Create Joy & Engagement

Apploi; Florida; On-site; USD 21,000 - 22,000; Part time

Job summary

Tamarac Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an Activities Assistant (CNA) to enhance residents’ daily lives through engaging, person-centered activities. Join a caring team in Tamarac, FL, where you will support the Activities Director, mentor residents, and provide compassionate, hands-on care during social and therapeutic programs.

You will assist with outings, daily events, and routine care aligned with CNA scope, while promoting safety, rights, and dignity for each resident.

Qualifications

• Active Florida CNA certification.
• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Previous activities, recreation, or long-term care experience preferred.
• Patient, creative, and compassionate approach with older adults.
• Ability to work with residents with varying cognitive and physical needs.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Ability to lift, push, and assist residents as required.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning, setting up, and leading group and one-on-one activities that fit residents’ interests and abilities.
• Help residents get to and from activities, including transporting residents in wheelchairs and assisting with mobility as needed.
• Provide in-room visits and activities for residents who can’t join group programs.
• Encourage resident participation and help create a welcoming, positive environment.
• Assist with outings, special events, holiday celebrations, and family gatherings.
• Support residents’ basic needs during activities, such as repositioning, toileting assistance, and hydration, in line with CNA scope of practice.
• Track attendance and participation and keep accurate records.
• Prepare and maintain activity supplies and spaces.
• Communicate resident changes or concerns to nursing staff.
• Follow resident rights, infection control, and safety policies.
• Attend required monthly in-services.
• Other duties as assigned

Skills

CNA certification

Communication skills

Teamwork

Mobility assistance

Patient, compassionate

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Tamarac Center for Rehabilitation and Healing is seeking an Activities Assistant (CNA) to enhance residents’ daily lives through engaging, person-centered activities. Join a caring team in Tamarac, FL, where you will support the Activities Director, mentor residents, and provide compassionate, hands-on care during social and therapeutic programs.

You will assist with outings, daily events, and routine care aligned with CNA scope, while promoting safety, rights, and dignity for each resident.