Activities Assistant
- Bremerton, WA, United States
$17.13 to $19 USD / hour
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Job details
- Pay
- $17.13 to $19 USD / hour
- Posting language
- English
- Posted
Original job description
Activities Assistant | Port Washington Post Acute, Bremerton, WA | $17.13/hour - $19.00/hour Bring joy, connection, and purpose to residents' everyday lives! We're looking for a warm, creative Activity Assistant to help our residents stay engaged, active, and connected to the things they love. What You'll Do
- Help plan and lead individual and group activities tailored to each resident's interests, abilities, and cultural or religious preferences
- Bring activities to residents who are bed-bound or room-confined - music, reading, visits, and hands-on projects that reflect their lifelong interests
- Adapt activities on the spot using prompts, demonstrations, and hands-on assistance so every resident can participate at their own level
- Help build and post the activity calendar so residents always know what's coming up
- Keep activity spaces clean, organized, and homelike, and flag any safety or maintenance issues right away
- Support the social dining program and pitch in on fire/disaster drills to help keep residents safe
- Document participation and progress notes, and help prepare for state and federal inspections
Why Work Here
- Make a visible, daily impact on residents' quality of life
- Join a supportive team that values creativity and compassion over rigid routine
- Ongoing in-service training and survey prep support so you're never guessing
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Paid time off
- Paid training
- Paid holidays after 90 days
- Birthday pay
What You'll Need
- Must be able to work weekends
- A caring, patient approach to working with older adults, including those who are cognitively or physically impaired
- Ability to lift 25 lbs. and stay mobile - standing, walking, bending, and moving through the building throughout your shift
- Comfort working weekends and holidays as scheduled
- Strong communication skills, written and verbal
Ready to bring more joy into residents' days? Apply today and join a team that puts people first. Port Washington Post Acute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person