Activities Assistant – Part-Time (Weekends)

$16–$17/hour
Greenville, SC

About Us

Greenville Post Acute (GPA) isn't just another nursing home. It's home to our residents and staff. Located in the heart of Greenville just seconds from Main Street, we're known for our unique culture, prime location, and long-tenured team.

From leadership to frontline staff, everyone here embodies our mission to C.A.R.E. (Care, Achieve, Respect, Educate). If you're looking for a place where you're valued, appreciated, and supported, GPA is the place for you.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay: $16–$17/hr
• Employee appreciation rewards and incentives throughout the year
• Supportive, team-oriented work environment
• Opportunity to grow within healthcare
• Meaningful work that positively impacts residents' quality of life

Position Summary

We are seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative Activities Assistant to join our team on weekends. Working alongside the Activities Director, you will help create and implement engaging programs that support the physical, emotional, social, and psychosocial well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting individual, small-group, and large-group activities
• Encourage resident participation in activities, hobbies, crafts, games, and special events
• Foster positive communication with residents, families, staff, and visitors
• Assist with the development and implementation of monthly activity calendars
• Maintain attendance records and activity documentation
• Support resident assessments and activity care plans
• Participate in discharge planning and interdisciplinary care team activities as needed
• Assist with coordinating resident transportation for outings, appointments, and activities
• Provide engaging in-room activities for residents who are unable to attend group programs
• Encourage self-directed activities such as reading, crafts, and hobbies
• Assist with quarterly progress notes and assessment documentation as assigned
• Help maintain a clean, organized, and secure Activities Department
• Support quality improvement initiatives and department goals

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• One year of experience in a long-term care, healthcare, recreation, or activities setting preferred
• Experience working with seniors is a plus

Skills & Abilities

• Friendly, outgoing, and enthusiastic personality
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to motivate and engage residents in activities
• Creative and energetic approach to programming
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities
• Ability to work both independently and as part of a team

What Makes You a Great Fit

• Passion for enriching the lives of seniors
• Compassionate and resident-focused
• Positive attitude and strong work ethic
• Creative, energetic, and engaging personality
• Dependable and team-oriented
• Committed to creating meaningful experiences for residents

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.