Community Life Activities Assistant (Therapeutic Recreation)

Job overview

The Community Life Activities Assistant (Therapeutic Recreation) role is onsite in Knightdale, NC, at Wellington Rehabilitation & Healthcare. Pay is $22 per hour. The role supports resident activities and the facility’s resident- and family-focused community. The assistant helps create meaningful social, recreational, and therapeutic experiences that enrich residents’ lives. By organizing activities, encouraging participation, and supporting the Community Life Director, the role contributes to resident well-being and the facility’s activity services.

What you'll do

• Assist with resident activities, assessments, and activity profiles
• schedule and organize movies, games, parties, and crafts
• encourage participation in social, recreational, and therapeutic activities
• support the Community Life Director in expanding services and implementing new ideas
• contribute to systems and processes intended to improve resident experiences.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

activities assistant

therapeutic recreation

resident activities

knightdale nc

avardis health

part-time

onsite

$22/hour

healthcare setting

recreation programs

resident engagement

high school diploma or ged

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Benefits & perks

• Health, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k), paid time off and holidays, access to earned wages, online learning, phone and auto discounts, and an employee assistance fund.

Why this role

The posting describes flexible shift pickup through a scheduling app, with morning, afternoon, and night options and additional hours available by request. Previous healthcare recreational-services experience is preferred.

About the employer

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