Senior Activities Assistant - Flexible Schedule & Impact

AdamsPlace; Lewisburg (TN); On-site; USD 17,000 - 22,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay

Tuition reimbursement

Same-day pay option

Flexible scheduling

Holiday incentive pay

Earned Time Off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Disability insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company contributions

Uniforms

Career development and advancement

Job summary

NHC HealthCare Oakwood in Lewisburg, TN is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team on a part-time, every-other-weekend schedule. You will help provide meaningful recreational opportunities to patients and residents while fostering a fun, engaging environment.

The ideal candidate is mature, dependable, and passionate about working with seniors, with strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a caring,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Ability and desire to work with elderly patients and residents.
• Willingness to learn new ideas, programs, and skills.
• Positive attitude and a good sense of humor.
• Ability to work effectively with NHC partners, families, patients, residents, and members of the community.
• Patience, strong organizational skills, dependability, and attention to detail.
• Professional appearance and strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to work an every-other-weekend schedule.

Responsibilities

• Assist and support the Life Enrichment/Recreation Director in identifying each patient or resident’s individual interests, preferences, and activity needs.
• Assist with planning and providing therapeutic and recreational programs designed to meet individual needs.
• Provide activities that support the physical, social, mental, emotional, and spiritual well-being of patients and residents.
• Participate in individualized one-on-one activities with patients and residents as appropriate.
• Encourage participation and help create an engaging, positive, and enjoyable environment.
• Build positive relationships with patients, residents, families, community members, and NHC partners.
• Assist with maintaining positive community and public relations.
• Support the Life Enrichment/Recreation Director with departmental programs, events, and weekend activities.
• Follow NHC standards, policies, procedures, and the Better Way culture.
• Maintain a professional, respectful, and supportive approach when working with patients, residents, families, coworkers, and leadership.

Skills

Compassionate

Dependable

Excellent communication

Team player

Positive attitude

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

NHC HealthCare Oakwood in Lewisburg, TN is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our team on a part-time, every-other-weekend schedule. You will help provide meaningful recreational opportunities to patients and residents while fostering a fun, engaging environment.

The ideal candidate is mature, dependable, and passionate about working with seniors, with strong communication and organizational skills. This role offers competitive benefits and opportunities for growth within a caring,