Resident Life & Activities Assistant

People Powered; Lawrenceburg (IN); On-site; USD 26,000 - 38,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Education assistance program

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Job summary

Shady Nook in Lawrenceburg, IN is seeking a compassionate Activities Assistant to join our skilled nursing team. You will work with the Activities Director to deliver engaging programs that support residents’ emotional, social, recreational, and spiritual well-being.

This full-time role includes weekends on a rotating schedule, supporting daily living tasks, coordinating events, maintaining attendance records, and helping with newsletters, crafts, and community activities.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED preferred.
• Previous experience in long-term care or with the elderly or disabled preferred.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.

Responsibilities

• Assist in meeting the emotional, recreational, and social needs of residents on an individual basis.
• Help residents with activities of daily living such as writing letters, making phone calls, and registering to vote.
• Maintain accurate records of resident participation and activity attendance.
• Assist with mail delivery, escorting residents to activities, caring for facility plants and pets, preparing the monthly newsletter, fundraising efforts, and making facility announcements.
• Conduct and assist with activity programs that provide entertainment, exercise, relaxation, creative expression, and social interaction.
• Provide residents with craft supplies, materials, and equipment while supervising activity participation.
• Encourage residents to participate in crafts, painting, games, and other recreational activities that promote independence and engagement.

Skills

Compassionate

Communication skills

Engaging activities

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Shady Nook in Lawrenceburg, IN is seeking a compassionate Activities Assistant to join our skilled nursing team. You will work with the Activities Director to deliver engaging programs that support residents’ emotional, social, recreational, and spiritual well-being.

This full-time role includes weekends on a rotating schedule, supporting daily living tasks, coordinating events, maintaining attendance records, and helping with newsletters, crafts, and community activities.