A Recreation or Activities Worker leads tours and vacation trips in outdoor or wilderness areas. Leads hiking, rafting, canoeing, climbing or diving activities for a group. Provides specialized knowledge about the history, terrain, ecology or wildlife for the tour. Manages transportation, equipment and provisions and assists with cooking.
Park View Assisted Living, a Cassia community, is hiring an Activities Assistant to join our team in Buffalo, MN! If you're looking for a supportive team and a place to grow your career, this is your opportunity. Park View Assisted Living is a welcoming senior care community where your skills are valued and your dedication to excellent care makes an impact. As an Activities Assistant at Park View Assisted Living, you will conduct activities with our residents to help keep them informed, entertained, and engaged. We are looking for someone who is skilled at helping get residents out of their rooms for our exciting programs! Our ideal candidate is self-motivated with a genuine concern for our residents' well-being and has a creative personality and positive attitude.
Position Type:
Part-Time Shifts Available:
Days:
8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Thursday & Friday Wage Range:
$17.39 - $18.73 /hour depending on experience
Location:
613 Montrose Blvd, Buffalo, MN 55313 Activities Assistant responsibilities: Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities. Interact and assist residents on a one-to-one basis outside of structured program times. Document activity attendance and degree of involvement. Act as a positive representative at all times. Transport residents to and from activities on bus. Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff. Perform other related tasks as needed.
Activities Assistant Qualifications:
Prior experience working in an Assisted Living, Long Term Care, or Memory Care facility preferred, but not required. Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills. Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities. Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games. Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
Cassia Benefits:
Competitive Pay with experience-based raises Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific) Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members Employees get a food discount of $5 per meal during their shift Low resident/staff ratios Career growth opportunities
About Us:
The loving, professional care we provide at Park View Assisted Living, a 46-bed community, has earned us numerous honors, including the 2025 Customer Experience Award for excellence in nursing care, dining service, food quality, and resident activities. We're proud to offer not only exceptional care for our residents, but also meaningful career growth and promotion opportunities for our team members. Join our team and grow your career in a place that feels like home! Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.parkviewsenior.org/ Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference! #LI-DNI Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.
