Activities Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Full-time Activities Assistant at Vista Prairie at Ridgeway in New Ulm. $16.26 to $19.93 an hour based on experience. Monday through Friday, 8 am to 4 pm. No nights, no weekends.

Ridgeway on 23rd is an assisted living and memory care community in New Ulm. As an Activities Assistant, you'll plan and lead the programs that make up residents' days: games, music, crafts, exercise, and outings. This is a hands-on role where you get to know residents personally and help them stay engaged and connected.

What You'll Do

• Plan and lead activities and social programs for residents in assisted living and memory care
• Help residents use their physical and mental abilities through games, crafts, music, and exercise
• Build real relationships with residents by learning their interests and history
• Support residents' emotional well-being through daily interaction and encouragement
• Keep the community's atmosphere upbeat and welcoming
• Drive the community bus for resident outings and appointments when applicable

What You'll Need

Required:

• Able to read, write, and follow instructions
• Able to do hands-on physical tasks, including leading exercise activities

Preferred:

• High school diploma or GED
• Experience working with elderly/dementia residents  

Pay and Benefits

• $16.26 to $19.93 per hour, based on experience
• Paid time off and holiday pay
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Flexible spending account
• Life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability
• 401(k)
• Employee referral program
• Tuition and education assistance

Schedule

Full-time, Monday through Friday, 8:00 am to 4:00 pm. No weekend or evening shifts required for this role.

Next Steps

Apply online and complete the short application questionnaire. We review applications on a rolling basis and aim to respond within 48 hours.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.

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