Activities Assistant

Now Hiring: Activities Assistant

Brooksville Healthcare – Brooksville, Florida
Full-Time | CNA Required

Bring joy, connection, and purpose to our residents' daily lives.
Brooksville Healthcare is looking for an energetic and compassionate Activities Assistant to help plan and lead engaging recreational, social, emotional, and spiritual activities for our residents. If you’re a creative team player with a heart for seniors, we’d love to meet you.

What You'll Do:

As an Activities Assistant, you’ll help bring purpose and joy to our residents by supporting a variety of engaging programs and events. Your day-to-day responsibilities will include:

• Plan and Lead Activities: Work with the Activities Director to organize and deliver meaningful daily programs—ranging from arts and crafts, music, games, and fitness sessions to religious services and community outings.
• Encourage Resident Participation: Motivate and assist residents in joining group activities and events, always keeping their individual interests and abilities in mind.
• One-on-One Engagement: Provide personalized, in-room visits for residents who are unable to participate in group activities to ensure everyone feels included and connected.
• Document and Track Engagement: Record attendance, track participation, and document how each resident responds to the activities. Your observations help improve our programs and ensure care plans are up to date.
• Interview Residents and Families: Assist in gathering resident preferences, hobbies, and pastimes to help personalize the activity program to their needs and interests.
• Coordinate Logistics: Help set up activity spaces, prepare supplies, assist with transporting residents to and from programs, and coordinate with other departments as needed (e.g., dietary, housekeeping, nursing).
• Support Special Events: Help organize seasonal celebrations, birthday parties, holiday gatherings, and family council meetings.
• Create a Positive Environment: Always treat residents with respect and dignity while helping to build a fun, inclusive, and caring atmosphere that promotes well-being.

Requirements:

• High school diploma or GED
• Valid CNA certification
• Friendly, creative, and dependable with excellent communication skills
• Ability to support residents with compassion and respect
• Able to work weekends, holidays, and flexible hours as needed
• Comfortable with physical tasks (e.g., bending, reaching, light lifting.

What We Offer:

At Brooksville Healthcare, we believe in taking care of the people who care for our residents. As a valued team member, you’ll enjoy a supportive work environment and a comprehensive benefits package, including:

Full Benefits Package for Full-Time Staff:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Paid time off (vacation, holidays, and sick time)
• 401(k) retirement plan with company match
• Life insurance and disability coverage
• Daily Pay Option:
  • Access your earned wages before payday, work today, get paid tomorrow!
• Growth Opportunities:
  • On-the-job training
  • Career advancement within the facility and across our company network
  • Ongoing education and in-service training
• Supportive Team Culture:
  • A welcoming and respectful environment where your work is truly valued
  • Leadership that listens, supports, and helps you succeed
• Meaningful Work:
  • Be part of a team that brings purpose, connection, and joy to the lives of seniors every day

Apply Today!
Help us create meaningful moments for our residents—every single day.

Note: Additional duties may be assigned as needed. Compliance with all facility policies and participation in ongoing training is a condition of employment.

Brooksville Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We value diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.