Activities Assistant

Job overview

The Activities Assistant role is onsite in Watertown, WI; compensation is not specified in the posting. Watertown Health Care Center is a skilled nursing facility serving residents with compassionate care. The assistant helps plan and lead activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities, encouraging participation, social connection, and independence. The role also documents participation, communicates changes in resident status, and maintains activity supplies and a safe environment.

What you'll do

• Assist in planning and implementing daily, weekly, and monthly activity programs
• lead or co-lead group and individual activities such as games, crafts, music, exercise, outings, and religious services
• encourage resident participation
• escort residents to activities
• document attendance and report changes in status
• decorate for events
• communicate with residents, families, and staff
• maintain activity equipment and supplies.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

watertown wi

watertown health care center

activities assistant

skilled nursing

resident activities

games and crafts

music and exercise

resident engagement

high school diploma or ged

flexible hours

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision offerings
• tuition reimbursement
• paid time off
• 401(k) matched at 10%
• paid holidays
• same-day pay.

Why this role

High school diploma or GED required. Prior similar experience and experience with older adults or people with dementia or physical limitations are preferred but not required. The posting describes eight-hour shifts and flexible hours.

About the employer

Watertown Health Care Center is hiring for this role. Industry: Nursing Care Facilities (Skilled Nursing Facilities). Sector: 62.