Senior Living Activities & Enrichment Assistant

Capitol Lakes; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 22,000 - 32,000; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid Time Off

401(k) with 4% employer match plus pro

Profit sharing

Free shift meals

Employee cafeteria

Education reimbursement

Subsidized parking or public transport

Employee referral bonuses

Early wage access through PayActiv

Employee appreciation programs

Resident appreciation bonus

Job summary

Capitol Lakes is seeking an Activities/Recreation Assistant to support the Activities Coordinator in delivering therapeutic activities and life enrichment programs for residents. You will help supervise volunteers and lead holistic, person-centered activities that promote well-being and engagement.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and a compassionate approach to senior living. This part-time position offers benefits and daily pay options through PayActiv.

Qualifications

• Experience in a senior living facility, recreation therapy, or a related field is preferred.
• CPR/AED and First Aid certification is preferred.
• Working knowledge in gerontology, dementia, physiology and anatomy, and/or recreation therapy.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activities Coordinator implement therapeutic activity and life enrichment programs.
• Support volunteers and lead holistically designed activity programs.
• Support person-centered care philosophy and a high level of care.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

Team building

Leadership

Computer skills

Electronic medical records

Tools

Electronic medical records systems

Job description

Capitol Lakes is seeking an Activities/Recreation Assistant to support the Activities Coordinator in delivering therapeutic activities and life enrichment programs for residents. You will help supervise volunteers and lead holistic, person-centered activities that promote well-being and engagement.

The role emphasizes teamwork, strong communication, and a compassionate approach to senior living. This part-time position offers benefits and daily pay options through PayActiv.