Activities Assistant part time

Part-Time Activities AssistantJob Title: Various hours Sunday through Saturday; flexible daily start times at 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM $19.00 – $20.00 per hour 1115 Capitola Rd, Santa Cruz, CA 95062Santa Cruz Post Acute About Us is a premier 149-bed skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility dedicated to serving our vibrant coastal community. As part of the PACS Group network, we pair strong corporate backing with a warm, local family atmosphere. We believe life enrichment is a vital part of the healing process, and we are looking for an enthusiastic Activities Assistant to join our team.Santa Cruz Post Acute Position Summary The Activities Assistant helps plan, organize, and lead therapeutic and recreational activities that enhance our residents' quality of life. This role is perfect for a creative, energetic individual looking for a meaningful part-time role with scheduling flexibility and customizable morning start times. Key Responsibilities Activity Leadership: Lead group and individual activities, including arts and crafts, music, games, trivia, and light movement exercises. Resident Engagement: Encourage resident participation and provide meaningful one-on-one bedside visits for residents who cannot attend group events. Event Support: Set up activity areas, distribute supplies, transport residents safely to and from events, and clean up afterward. Documentation: Keep daily, accurate electronic records of resident attendance and engagement levels. Community Spirit: Help decorate the facility for holidays and coordinate monthly theme parties to maintain a festive, home-like environment. Qualifications & Skills Experience: Prior experience in activities, recreation, hospitality, or customer service is preferred; experience working with seniors is a big plus. Attributes: Energetic, patient, creative, and possessing a genuinely warm, outgoing personality. Communication: Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to connect and communicate effectively with elderly residents. Reliability: Dependable attendance and availability to work varied hours across the week, including rotating weekend shifts. What We Offer Competitive Pay: $19.00 – $20.00 per hour. Scheduling Flexibility: Adjustable daily shift start times 8:00 AM or 9:00 AM and varied hours across the week. Supportive Culture: A collaborative, positive clinical team focused on patient advocacy and joy. Unique Perks: Employee Stock Purchase Plan options to buy discounted PACS stock. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.