Cassia

Activities Assistant

Emerald Crest of Burnsville - Burnsville, MN - Part Time

Emerald Crest of Burnsville, a Cassia community, is hiring an Activities Assistant, to join our team in Burnsville, MN! You will love being a part of our talented and passionate team where you will feel valued and appreciated while dedicated to making our residents feel right at home. This is a great opportunity for those seeking entry-level work or wanting to learn and grow in a healthcare setting.  No experience is needed as we will provide training to set you up for success. 

In this role, you will conduct fun and exciting activity programming with our residents that have dementia and Alzheimer's and help them enjoy their day. We are a great group who works very well together and are looking forward to adding a couple more rock stars to our team. 

Position Type: Part-Time working a varying schedule including weekends

Shifts Available:
Days 8:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Wage Range: $16 - $19 /hour depending on experience

Location: 451 E Travelers Trail, Burnsville, Minnesota 55337
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What does an Activities Assistant do?
  • 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.
  • Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
  • Perform other related tasks as needed.
What does an Activities Assistant require?
  • Prior experience working in an Assisted Living, Long Term Care, or Memory Care facility preferred, but not required. We'll train you!
  • 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
  • Flexibility 
  • Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members 

About Us:

At Emerald Crest of Burnsville, we provide specialized assisted living for individuals with Alzheimer’s and dementia-related conditions in a unique, small-home setting. With just 12–15 suites per home, arranged around a warm central kitchen and living area, our model encourages connection, comfort, and meaningful engagement. As part of our compassionate team, you’ll help create a familiar, supportive environment where residents feel safe and staff feel valued. Here, you’re not just part of a care team—you’re part of a 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.emeraldcrest.com/memory-care/burnsville-mn/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.

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