Activity Assistant (CNA) - Waterloo, IL

Job Description

Job Description

High Point Residence Waterloo

Waterloo, IL

Activity AssistantAbout the Role

High Point Residence Waterloo is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and organized Activity Assistant to support our Resident Engagement team. This is an excellent opportunity for a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) who is looking to expand their skills, take on additional responsibilities, and grow their career in senior living.

Working alongside the Resident Engagement Director and community leadership, the Activity Assistant will help plan, coordinate, and lead meaningful programs that promote social engagement, physical wellness, cognitive stimulation, and emotional well-being while creating a fun, welcoming environment for residents each day.

Primary Responsibilities

• Assist with planning, organizing, and leading daily recreational, educational, social, and wellness activities.

• Support community outings, holiday celebrations, special events, and resident engagement programs.

• Encourage resident participation while promoting dignity, independence, and meaningful connections.

• Build positive relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and team members.

• Assist with decorating community spaces for holidays, events, and seasonal celebrations.

• Help maintain activity calendars, attendance records, supply inventories, and program documentation.

• Observe resident interests and provide feedback to enhance programming.

• Assist with volunteer coordination and community partnerships.

• Work collaboratively with nursing, dietary, social services, and other departments to provide a positive resident experience.

• Perform other duties as assigned in support of resident engagement and community operations.

Minimum Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.

• Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification preferred.

• Previous experience working with older adults in supportive living, assisted living, long-term care, healthcare, or recreational programming preferred.

• Excellent communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Ability to work independently while collaborating effectively with an interdisciplinary team.

• Ability to lift, bend, stand, and assist residents throughout the day as needed.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience assisting with activity programming, therapeutic recreation, or event planning.

• Knowledge of dementia-friendly and person-centered engagement techniques.

• Experience coordinating volunteers, entertainers, or community events.

What You'll Bring

The ideal candidate is enthusiastic, creative, compassionate, and dependable with a passion for enriching the lives of older adults. This is an outstanding opportunity for a CNA looking to transition into a resident engagement role while continuing to make a meaningful impact on residents' daily lives through engagement, relationship-building, and purposeful programming. If you enjoy spending time with residents, planning fun activities, and creating memorable experiences, we'd love to meet you.

Equal Opportunity Employer

High Point Residence Waterloo is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive workplace for all employees. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable federal, state, or local law.