Activity Assistant

Activity Assistant
Long Term Care

Part Time | Day Shift | 8:30 am - 4:30 pm
Required to work 11 am - 7 pm, once per month.

Pay: $12.50/hour

At Genacross Lutheran Services, we've been serving individuals, families, and communities with compassionate care for more than 160 years. As a faith-based nonprofit organization, we embrace individuals and families with compassionate care and services throughout life's journey. Our team members bring that mission to life every day through exceptional care and meaningful connections.

What You'll Do:

As an Activity Assistant, you will help create a fun, engaging, and supportive environment for residents by assisting with daily activities, social programs, crafts, events, and outings. You will encourage resident participation while supporting their emotional, spiritual, recreational, and social well-being.

• Assist with planning, implementing, and leading daily activities and events for residents.
• Encourage participation in group programs, hobbies, crafts, outings, and religious activities.
• Provide one-on-one engagement and support to residents, including bedridden residents when needed.
• Help transport residents to activities, appointments, and field trips, including driving the activities bus as needed.
• Maintain activity schedules, supplies, and program resources.
• Observe and report changes in resident conditions to nursing staff promptly.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and team members to support individualized care and engagement.
• Maintain resident confidentiality and follow all safety, emergency, and reporting procedures.

Activity Assistant Requirements:

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must possess a valid driver's license.
• Basic computer skills required, with the ability to learn new software applications as needed.
• One to two years of experience in a long-term care setting preferred but not required.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to effectively interact with residents, families, physicians, direct care staff, supervisors, managers, and senior leadership.
• Ability to understand directions, respond promptly to inquiries, and communicate professionally and compassionately.

Why Join Genacross?

At Genacross Lutheran Services, we strive to improve the lives of everyone, including our Team Members, who daily enrich the lives of our residents, patients, clients & colleagues.

Team Member Benefits:
(Benefits may vary based on position, schedule, and eligibility)

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with up to 4% employer contribution
• Short-term disability coverage
• Generous paid time off (PTO)
• Health Savings Account (HSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Tuition reimbursement
• Employee discounts

Join Genacross: A faith-inspired career starts here!