Activities Assistant

Activities Assistant

Location:

Papillion, NESchedule:

Full-Time | Day Shift with weekend rotation and occasional evenings

Pay:

$15.00 per hour+ based upon experience and education At Hillcrest Health & Living, we believe meaningful moments matter. As an Activities Assistant, you ll help create engaging, therapeutic experiences that support our residents physical, emotional, and social well-being. If you re creative, compassionate, and love bringing joy into someone s day, this role is made for you. Why You ll Love Working at Hillcrest We re committed to helping our team members grow, thrive, and feel supported: Multiple health care plans to choose from Vision, dental, and life insurance Professional development opportunities including tuition reimbursement and certifications Flexible access to pay with Dayforce Wallet Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts A collaborative, resident-centered team environment What You ll Do No two days are the same and that s part of the fun. You ll support residents by helping plan and lead engaging recreational experiences: Develop, implement, and lead group and individual recreation programs Encourage residents to maintain and express their abilities through meaningful activities Complete initial assessments, MDS documentation, IDT summaries, and care plans as needed Provide one-on-one programming and sensory enrichment based on resident needs Coordinate with and support volunteers through guidance, scheduling, and relationship building Set up, organize, and clean up materials for daily programs and independent activities Assist residents to and from activities using safe transport procedures What We re Looking For High school diploma or equivalent required One year of experience in recreational programming with older adults or a similar setting preferred A positive, patient, and creative approach to engagement Strong teamwork and communication skills About Hillcrest As a locally rooted organization, Hillcrest offers the close-knit feel of a small team with the benefits, stability, and growth opportunities of a larger organization. The moments you create here truly matter.