Activities Assistant

Meadowview of Clive, a Cassia Community, is hiring an Activities Assistant to join the team in Clive, IA.

As an Activities Assistant at Meadowview of Clive, you will conduct fun and exciting activities and work closely with Memory Care. You will also help assist with some caregiving duties.  Our ideal candidate is self-motivated with a genuine concern for our residents’ well-being, and has a creative personality and positive attitude. 

Position Type: Full-Time (30 Hours Per Week)
 

Wage Range: $17 - $20 / hour depending on experience
 

Location: 3300 Berkshire Parkway, Clive, IA 50325
 

Activities Assistant Responsibilities:

• Encourage, support, and assist residents with activities.
• Interact and assist residents on a one to one basis outside of structured program times.
• Document activity attendance and degree of involvement.
• Act as a positive representative at all times.
• Display an attitude of courtesy and respect for all residents, families, and staff.
• This is a memory care focused position but this role will also work in other areas too.
• Assist with caregiving when needed. 

Activities Assistant skills Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or Equivalent required.
• Willing to drive residents in our resident van.
• Demonstrate good time management and organizational skills.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities.
• Creative aptitude for training in arts, crafts, and games.
• Good communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
• Experience working with Dementia, Alzheimer's and Memory Care preferred.

Cassia Benefits:

• Competitive Pay with experience-based raises
• Tuition Assistance & Student Loan Forgiveness (site-specific)
• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) & 403(b)/401(k) with Employer Match
• Comprehensive Health Benefits (Medical, Dental, Vision, Disability, Life Insurance) for Full-Time Employees

About Us:
At Meadowview of Clive, we value collaboration, teamwork, and the shared mission of making a meaningful difference in our residents’ lives. Opened in June 2023 near the scenic Clive Greenbelt Trail, our community offers a beautiful and inspiring setting; where you might even spot a few Greenbelt Goats in the spring! Our residents and their families are deeply appreciative of the compassionate care we provide, and we take pride in supporting one another as a team. Here, you’ll feel truly valued, supported, and encouraged to grow. You can always count on us to pitch in and help when it’s needed.

Cassia is a nonprofit, mission-driven senior care organization with over 200 years of experience. As a Cassia community, we are dedicated to fostering fullness of life for older adults by providing compassionate, high-quality care. Our Service Standards of Respect, Excellence, Integrity, Stewardship, Compassion, Collaboration, Unity, and Innovation are the bedrock of all that we do. We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported in their careers. To learn more, visit our website: https://www.meadowviewclive.com/

Join us and become part of a nonprofit organization that truly makes a difference!

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Cassia is an equal employment opportunity/affirmative action & veteran friendly employer.