Cassia

Activities Assistant

Lake Ridge Care Center - Buffalo, MN - Part Time

Do you bring joy wherever you go? Do you want to make a connection with others? If so, this may be the job for you! Join our team at Lake Ridge Care Center as a Part-Time Activities Assistant!

In this important role, 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. 

This is a Part-Time position working 10 hours a week. The ideal start time would be the second week of March.

Baseline Pay: $16.40 / hour (could be more depending on experience). 

Activities Assistant responsibilities:

  • Prep and run evening and weekend programs.
  • Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times. Complete the 1 on 1 list and document it.
  • Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
  • Update the whiteboard.
  • Help maintain the cleanliness of the office and the spaces used for activities.
  • Report to the director anything new on the residents.
  • Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities.
  • 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.

Activities Assistant skills and requirements:

  • 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.

Benefits:

  • Competitive wages with credit for experience
  • Tuition Discount Opportunities/ Scholarships/ Student Loan Forgiveness (site specific, ask for details)
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • 403(b) or 401(k) with employer match
  • Employee Discount Program
  • Longevity Recognition, Paid Volunteer Time, and Mentorship Programs
  • Collaborative and Inclusive Work Culture
  • Employee Assistance Program with free confidential counseling/coaching for self and family members 

About Us:

Lake Ridge Care Center is proud to have been ranked number 1 in the state of Minnesota for long-term care. In addition, we have had an overall five star rating in the past three years! We take pride in the longevity of our employees. 

Cassia is a faith-based, nonprofit organization with over 200 years of experience caring for those in need. Our Mission is to foster fullness of life for older adults in the spirit of Christ’s love. We take pride in providing compassionate care for our residents by embracing our eight values and service standards: Compassion, Integrity, Excellence, Innovation, Stewardship, Unity, Respect and Collaboration.

At Cassia, you will be empowered to foster fullness of life for those we serve. Cassia will support your career goals and celebrate your passions. If you are seeking a career experience where you will have fun, be challenged, and recognized for your individuality, Cassia is the answer. I am Cassia... are you?

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

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