Compassionate Activities Assistant - Growth & PTO Healthcare

Hartland Park; Lexington (KY); Hybrid; USD 19,000 - 25,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Flexible pay

Comprehensive benefits

Wellness program

Inclusive culture

Career development

Onboarding & training

Job summary

Hartland Park in Lexington, KY is seeking an Activity Assistant to provide compassionate care and lead engaging recreation and educational activities for residents in a dynamic healthcare setting.

This full-time role offers a schedule of Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:30 pm, with competitive pay, PTO, a 401(k) plan, and a comprehensive benefits package. Training and onboarding support growth and professional development.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma with course work in recreation is preferred.
• State-approved activity-training course preferred but not required.
• Previous experience leading recreational activities, arts/crafts, intellectual/educational activities, community outings, etc., preferred.

Skills

Compassionate care

Activity leadership

Creativity in crafts

Communication

Education

High School Diploma with recreation coursework

State-approved activity-training course

Job description

Elevate Your Activity Assistant Career with Us!

Hartland Park Health & Rehabilitation | Lexington, Kentucky

Full-Time, Monday-Friday; 8AM-430PM

Position Summary:
The Activities Assistant supports the planning, coordination, and implementation of engaging recreational and therapeutic activities for residents in a skilled nursing facility. This role helps enhance residents’ quality of life by promoting social interaction, physical activity, and emotional well-being.

Why You’ll Love Working With Us:

• Competitive hourly pay

• Paperless, quick onboarding

• Warm, family-like culture, supportive leadership

• Recognition programs & employee appreciation events

• Comprehensive benefits (health, dental, vision, retirement plan, same day pay, instant access to wages, PTO, holiday pay)

• Generous employee referral program

• Annual performance reviews and bi-annual competitive pay reviews

• Support for personal well-being (EAP programs, mental health resources)

• Optimal staff-to-patient ratios to prevent burnout

• Opportunities for advancement (e.g., CNA to LPN/RN pathways)

• Tuition reimbursement, training programs, and CEU support

• Strong mentorship and orientation programs

• 360 communications for staff, residents & families

Key Responsibilities:

• Assist in organizing and leading daily activity programs, including group and one-on-one activities

• Encourage resident participation and engagement in scheduled programs

• Support special events, outings, and holiday celebrations

• Help transport residents to and from activities as needed

• Maintain activity supplies and assist with setting up and cleaning up events

• Document resident participation and attendance

• Observe and report any changes in residents’ physical or emotional condition to appropriate staff

• Provide companionship and emotional support to residents

• Ensure activities are appropriate to residents’ abilities and interests

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, or healthcare preferred

• Strong interpersonal and communication skills

• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality

• Ability to work well with elderly populations and individuals with cognitive impairments

Make Every Day Matter.

Join a team where your care is felt, your work is valued, and your residents become like family. If you’re ready to bring comfort, dignity, and a smile to someone’s day—we’d love to meet you.

We are committed to maintaining a diverse and inclusive workplace. We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. We do not discriminate in recruiting, hiring or promotion based on race, ethnicity, gender, gender identity, age, disability or protected veteran status. We proudly support and encourage people with military experience (active, veterans, reservists and National Guard) as well as military spouses to apply for our job opportunities.

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