Activities Assistant

Starting at $14.50 per hour

Hillcrest Health & Rehab in Bellevue is looking for a creative, energetic Activities Assistant to join our team!

The Activities Assistant is responsible for planning and implementing therapeutic recreation programs for our residents. This position will be part-time.

What does Hillcrest have to offer?

• Four different health care plans to choose from!
• Vision, dental and life insurance.
• Attendance PTO - earn extra PTO monthly for good attendance.
• Professional development opportunities (tuition reimbursement, student loan repayment for nurses, certifications and more).
• Choose when you get paid with Dayforce Wallet!
• Gym membership reimbursement and partner discounts.
  
  

What does a day in the life look like?

• Develop and lead individual/group recreation programs which encourage patients to exercise their abilities, based on assessed leisure interests.
• Plan and organize events for residents and family members to include weekend and monthly outings.
• Set up all materials needed to conduct recreation programs, supervising all volunteer participation and cleaning.
• Work with volunteers providing direction and positive reinforcement.
  
  

What should I have to be considered?

• Excellent people skills and enthusiasm are essential
• 1-2 years of experience with the aging population preferred.
• Dementia experience is preferred.
• Able to work independently with little supervision and have the ability to adapt to change quickly and often.
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist CTRS preferred.
  
  

Please visit our website and apply online at www.hillcrestcareers.com. Call our recruiting office at 402-682-6572 for more information.