Activities Assistant

Bridges at Ankeny

Activities Assistant

Ankeny, IA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Job Description: Activities Assistant

    ABOUT CAMPBELL STREET :Join the Campbell Street team and be partof a company that truly invests in its employees! Proudly Great Place to Work® certified, we arededicated to creating a supportive and rewarding environment for our staff. Weoffer unique benefits, including tuition reimbursement, same-day pay, and a matching401(k), because we believe in taking care of the people who take care ofothers.

    AtCampbell Street, we welcome individuals at allstages of their careers—whether you're an experienced professional,looking for a career change, or completely new to the industry, we provide thetools and support you need to succeed. We offer flexiblescheduling to accommodate those continuing their education, cover all CEUs and license renewals, andprovide hands-on guidance through our clinical,operations, HR, business development, business office, and talent acquisitionteams.

    AtCampbell Street, our Mission is simpleyet powerful: Developing People Who DriveExtraordinary Care. We strive to create a lasting,positive impact in everything we do. Guided by our SMART Values—ServantLeadership, Mirror First, Always Do the Right Thing, Resilience, andTransparency—we foster a culture of integrity, support, and excellence.These principles shape how we serve our residents and empower our staff,ensuring a compassionate and purpose-driven environment where everyone canthrive.

    Aswe continue to grow and serve more residents across the Midwest, we are looking for compassionate,driven individuals to join our team. If you’re looking for a fresh start, a new opportunity, or a chance to build ameaningful career in healthcare, we invite you to apply today!

    Position Purpose: Assist the Activity director with the daily resident activity program. The Activities Assistant is responsible for enhancing the overall resident experience by providing daily scheduled activities throughout the month.

    Essential Functions of Position:

    • Plan, coordinate, and facilitate stimulating activities programming.
    • Create a strong & active volunteer program.
    • Communicate regularly with resident families and entire care team.
    • Prepare and review monthly newsletter & activities calendar.
    • Lead group activities
    • Report and document resident’s progress
    • Visits with residents on a one-to-one basis as directed.
    • Evaluates and reassesses activity interventions based on interdisciplinary plan of care and makes revisions as appropriate.
    • Ensure documentation meets compliance with regulatory standards.
    • Reports to the Activities Director on residents’ responses and/or progress to specific approaches utilized and maintains appropriate documentation.
    • Effectively manages the care of assigned patients using knowledge, skills, judgement, and decision-making skills for the specific area. Effectively carries out Activities role as assigned.
    • Perform additional duties as assigned.

    Education/Requirements:

    • At least one year of long-term care or assisted living experience; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
    • Ability to produce stimulating programs.
    • Strong communication & computer skills required.

    Physical Demands:

    The physical demands described below are representative of those that an employee in this position would encounter on the job. Reasonable accommodation may be provided, when possible, to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

    Rarely = not a regular part of this job

    Occasionally = less than 1/3 of a shift

    Frequently = 1/3 to 2/3 of a shift

    Constantly = more than 2/3 of a shift

    ☒ = an essential part of the job regardless of frequency or duration

    Physical Activity:

    Lifting Weight / Exerting Force : Occassionally throughout the day will lift or exert force up to 25 lbs;

    ☒ Standing and Walking : Frequently needed throughout the day

    ☒ Sitting: Frequently sits throughout the day

    ☒ Using Hands : Constantly uses hands throughout the day

    ☒ Reaching: Frequently reaches throughout the day

    ☐ Climbing and/or Balancing : Rarely needs to climb or balance

    ☐ Stoop , Kneel, Crouch, Crawl : Occasionally needs to stoop, kneel, crouch or crawl

    ☒ Talking: Frequently needs ability to talk throughout the day

    ☒ Hearing constantly needs to hear and listen throughout the day

    Vision : This position requires the ability to use close, distance, peripheral-vision, depth perception and ability to adjust focus.

    BENEFITS: At Campbell Street, we believe in taking care of our employees just as they care for others. We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support your health, financial well-being, and career growth. Whether you're looking for great insurance options, financial security, or educational support, we’ve got you covered.

    Our Benefits Include:

    • Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
    • Long-Term & Short-Term Disability
    • Paid Life Insurance Policy + Additional Voluntary Life Insurance
    • Accident & Critical Illness Insurance
    • Matching 401(k) Retirement Plan
    • Same-Day Pay
    • Tuition Reimbursement (Including payments toward existing student loans)
    • Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)
    • Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

    At Campbell Street, your well-being, growth, and financial future matter—join us and experience the support you deserve!

    Important Notice:

    Campbell Street will never ask candidates to pay for job placement, training, or provide banking or financial information during the hiring process. If you receive an unsolicited offer or interview request that seems suspicious, please contact us directly at kray@campbellstreetsl.com to verify its legitimacy.