Activity Assistant

Be the face our residents can’t wait to see every day! ❤️

Are you energetic, compassionate, and ready to make a difference? Parker Health & Rehabilitation is looking for an Activity Assistant to join our team!

As an Activity Assistant, you’ll have the opportunity to bring joy, laughter, connection, and meaningful experiences to our residents each day. Whether you're helping with games, special events, crafts, outings, or simply spending time with a resident, you can make their day brighter!

If you are looking for a career where your work truly matters, Parker Health & Rehabilitation is the place for you. Our team is made up of talented and committed employees who share one goal: providing exceptional care and creating a positive experience for the residents we serve.

What We Offer:

• Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience

• Medical, Vision & Dental Insurance

• Tuition Reimbursement up to $5,000 per year

• $1,000 Employee Referral Program

• DailyPay! Work today, get paid today!

• Quarterly Education Bonus Program

• Monthly celebrations and employee recognition

What We’re Looking For:

We’re looking for someone who is positive, dependable, creative, and enjoys working with people. If you love making others smile and want a job where you can have fun while making a difference, we would love to meet you!

Come join the Parker Health & Rehabilitation team and help us create moments our residents look forward to every day!

Activities Assistant Primary Responsibilities

The Activities Assistant is responsible for assisting in planning; coordinating and implementing appropriate activity programs to meet the individual needs of our residents. 

Activities Assistant Essential Functions

• Activities Assistant will develop and implement activity programs which are appropriate to the residents based on varied backgrounds, emotional needs and interests
• Assisting the Activities Director with an evaluation of each resident according to their backgrounds, activity interests, abilities, physical limitations and need for meaningful activity programs
• Documenting activity plans and progress notes as directed
• Work closely with the Activities Director to plan and set up each assigned activity, which includes gathering supplies re-arranging rooms, etc.
• Assisting in the development and distribution of monthly activity calendars to residents and posting these calendars throughout the facility
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of facility newsletters
• Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Administrator

Activities Assistant Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge on the use of personal computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word and Excel
• Have a thorough understanding of the principles of best Activities practices
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
• The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance and HIPPA
• Previous experience in long-term care is preferred