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Activities Assistant
American Senior Communities
Location : Fishers, IN, 46038
Job Type : Full Time
Salary : Competitive
Date Posted : 2 December 2025
Activities Assistant
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Activity Assistant Opportunity at American Village
Full Time Day Shift
TheActivity Assistantplays a vital and heartfelt role in enriching the lives of residents. With warmth, patience, and genuine care, they help create a joyful and engaging environment where seniors feel seen, heard, and valued.
Skills Needed:
- Creativity: Create engaging, age-appropriate activities that suit different physical and cognitive abilities.
- Supportive Presence: Being able to truly connect with residents, understanding their emotional and social needs.
- Teamwork:The ability to work towards a common goal of excellent care for our residents. Cooperating closely with the care team to support residents holistically.
- Time Management: Balancing daily schedules, multiple residents, and activity prep.
Requirements:
- Demonstrates C.A.R.E. values to our residents, family members, customers and staff.
- Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and
- Excellence
- High school diploma or general education degree (GED); or one to three months’ related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience.
- Successful completion of a State approved Nursing Assistant training and competency evaluation program or a CNA competency evaluation program approved by the State. This training can also be provided by the community.
Benefits and perks include:
- Competitive Compensation:Access your earnings before payday. Take advantage of lucrative employee referral bonus programs, 401(k), FSA program, free life insurance, PTO exchange for pay programs and more.
- Health & Wellness:Medical coverage as low as $25, vision and dental insurance. Employee Assistance Program to help manage personal or work-related issues, as well as Workforce Chaplains to provide support in the workplace and Personlized Wellness Coaching.
- Life in Balance:Holiday pay and PTO with opportunities to earn additional PTO. Employee Discount Programs that allow you to save on travel, retail, entertainment, food and much more.
- Career Growth:Access to preceptors and mentorship programs, clinical and leadership development pathways, education partnerships with colleges and universities across the state like Ivy Tech and Purdue Global, financial assistance for continuing education, company sponsored scholarship programs, and tuition reimbursement.
- Team Culture:C.A.R.E. Values: Compassion, Accountability, Relationships and Excellence carrying a legacy for improving the lives of Seniors across Indiana. Celebrate the hard work you and your team put in each day through employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.
*Full-Time and Part-Time Benefits may vary, terms and conditions apply
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Freqently Asked Questions
Success in an Activities Assistant position hinges on empathy, creativity to design engaging programs, strong communication for meaningful resident interaction, and efficient multitasking to balance various daily activities—all essential for fostering a supportive environment in senior care settings.
A day for an Activities Assistant in Fishers often includes planning tailored programs that accommodate diverse physical and cognitive abilities, collaborating closely with care teams, and responding flexibly to residents’ emotional needs, ensuring a compassionate and stimulating atmosphere.
Starting as an Activities Assistant can lead to advancement into roles like Activities Coordinator or Manager, with chances to specialize in therapeutic recreation or leadership, especially when supported by continuing education partnerships such as those offered by institutions in Indiana.
American Senior Communities emphasizes a holistic approach by integrating mentorship, financial aid for education, and wellness programs, fostering a workplace where Activities Assistants can thrive professionally while contributing deeply to senior residents’ quality of life.
Yes, their benefit package includes competitive pay, PTO exchange options, comprehensive medical plans with low premiums, and employee discount programs, all designed to support Activities Assistants in maintaining personal wellness alongside demanding caregiving duties.
Activities Assistants in Fishers generally earn between $13 and $17 per hour, reflecting local living costs and demand. This range is competitive within Indiana’s senior care sector, balancing affordability with the specialized skills required for engaging eldercare.
Fishers has a moderate demand for Activities Assistants, with part-time openings often available at senior communities. Employers value candidates with CNA credentials and those who demonstrate strong interpersonal skills, making relevant certifications a significant advantage.
A frequent misunderstanding is that Activities Assistants only organize games; in truth, they play a crucial role in emotional support, social engagement, and personalized care planning, which significantly enhances residents’ overall well-being and quality of life.
Applicants typically need a high school diploma or GED and completion of a state-approved CNA training or competency evaluation. The company may also offer in-house training, ensuring that staff meet certification standards essential for quality senior care.
The organization’s C.A.R.E. values—Compassion, Accountability, Relationships, Excellence—create a supportive, team-driven culture, encouraging Activities Assistants to engage residents thoughtfully and collaborate effectively with colleagues to deliver exceptional care.
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