Part Time Activities Assistant (Multiple Shifts Available)

Silverado; Lincoln (NE); On-site; USD 24,796 - 27,552; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

401(k) matching

Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Paid time off

Tuition reimbursement

Professional development assistance

Referral program

Pet Insurance

Discount Programs

Job summary

A memory care innovator in Lincoln, Nebraska is seeking a Part-Time Activities Assistant to enhance the daily lives of residents through engaging recreational programs. You will assist in leading activities and enriching experiences for individuals with neurodegenerative conditions, ensuring they live with dignity and joy. The ideal candidate has a high school diploma, clear communication skills, and a passion for working with older adults.

Qualifications

• Comfortable working around animals and pets.
• Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia.
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.).

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and leading daily activity programs.
• Organize and facilitate memory enrichment activities.
• Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements.

Skills

Effective communicator in verbal and written English

Reliable transportation

Comfortable working around animals and pets

Experience with older adults or memory care

Education

High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent

Job description

Overview

Part Time Activities Assistant (Multiple Shifts Available) – Silverado Lee's Summit, a memory care innovator, offers competitive pay, benefits, and growth opportunities. Silverado is a certified Great Place to Work® and has delivered care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions since 1997.

You will join as a Resident Engagement (Activities) Assistant—a creative and compassionate team member who helps bring joy, engagement, and purpose to residents’ daily lives. This role blends energy, empathy, and imagination to create meaningful moments through recreational programming.

You lead with heart, creativity, and integrity. You’re dependable, enthusiastic, and thrive in a team-focused environment. You’re passionate about helping others live with dignity and joy.

What You’ll Be Doing

• Assist the Director of Resident Engagement in planning and leading daily activity programs
• Organize and facilitate memory enrichment activities for small groups
• Encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements
• Prepare materials and conduct research for recreational programs
• Support music and occupational therapy sessions

Qualifications

• High school diploma, GED, or educational equivalent required
• Effective communicator in verbal and written English
• Reliable transportation to meet attendance and punctuality standards
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record required
• Comfortable working around animals and pets
• Willingness to work with individuals with Alzheimer’s and other forms of dementia
• Previous experience with older adults or memory care preferred
• Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)

Schedule

Part Time, multiple shifts available: Sunday, Monday, and Friday from 8:30 AM to 5:00 PM; Tuesday, Wednesday, and Thursday from 4:30 PM to 7:30 PM.

Compensation

Anticipated pay range: $18 USD - $20 USD per hour.

Benefits (eligible employees)

• 401(k) matching
• Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement and professional development assistance
• Referral program
• Other benefits such as Pet Insurance, Auto and Home Insurance, and Discount Programs

Note: Silverado does not accept candidates from outside recruiters or agencies for this role.

California Employees: For roles requiring driving, the driving requirement has been deemed essential to the performance of this role due to specific business necessity. Supporting documentation is maintained by Silverado and is available for review upon request to ensure compliance with California law.

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Employment offers are contingent on background check, drug screening, physical, and TB testing (if applicable).

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EOE/M/F/D/V