Activities Assistant
Open in 11 locations
National Health Care Associates posts this job separately for each location. Apply to the one where you can work: the unit, shifts, schedule and pay can differ between locations.
Maine
6 open- $17.50/hr
Yarmouth, ME (opens on this page)
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- $16.50/hr
Bangor, ME (opens on this page)
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- $17.50/hr
Brewer, ME (opens on this page)
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- $16.00/hr
Bangor, ME (opens on this page)
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- $18.00/hr
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- $21.00/hr
Kennebunk, ME (opens on this page)
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Connecticut
4 open- $21.67/hr
Marlborough, CT (opens on this page)
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East Hartford, CT (opens on this page)
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- $19.50/hr
Glastonbury, CT (opens on this page)
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- $19.62/hr
Fairfield, CT (opens on this page)
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New Hampshire
1 open- $16.00/hr
Dover, NH (opens on this page)
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New York
1 open- $16.71/hr
Poughkeepsie, NY (opens on this page)
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About the job
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A Great Place to Work
Brentwood is a proud affiliate of National Health Care Associates. As a Certified Great Place to Work, we think that you are going to love it here. Your work will be meaningful to you. You will make a genuine difference in the lives of our aging guests and the families that love them. You will enjoy lasting bonds with the families you meet and with the teams you work on. And if you desire, you will experience real career growth where your expertise and dedication is valued and appreciated. We invite you to join our team!
Location: 370 Portland Avenue, Yarmouth, Maine, 04096
What You'll Do
*Full time, 32 hrs per week / Wed - Sat (roughly 8am - 430pm) *
- $17.50 an hour *
As an Activities Assistant, you have a crucial role in planning and implementing a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities. Your creative ideas and enthusiasm will contribute to fostering a positive and lively atmosphere for our residents.
Key Responsibilities
- Assist in planning, organizing, and executing a diverse range of activities for residents
- Engage residents in arts and crafts, games, music, and other recreational programs
- Collaborate with the Activities Director to develop and implement a monthly activities calendar
- Provide one-on-one support for residents who may need additional assistance
- Foster a sense of community and social interaction among residents
- Document and maintain records of residents' participation in activities
If you are passionate about creating positive and engaging experiences for seniors and have the creativity to organize a variety of activities, we invite you to join our team. Make a real difference in people's lives in an environment where compassion, care and expertise come together!
What We Offer
As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Brentwood team enjoys:
- Competitive compensation and benefits package
- Comprehensive training and mentorship
- Opportunities for professional growth and development
- Supportive and collaborative work environment
- The chance to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents
Rate of Pay
Up to USD $17.50/Hr.
What You'll Bring
Qualifications of an Activities Assistant include
- Previous experience in a Long-Term Care or senior living setting is preferred but not required - training will be provided
- Compassionate and empathetic nature
- Interest in the therapeutic needs of the aged and the chronically ill with the ability to work with both
- Ability to read, write and comprehend English
- Ability to work effectively in a team environment
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills
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We Hire for Heart!
National Health Care Associates (National) is proud to be a family-run organization since 1984. Like family, each of National’s centers are unique but share common values: Kindness, Service, Compassion and Excellence. Today, our centers include more than 40 premier providers of short-term rehabilitation, skilled nursing, and post-hospital care including several named “Best Of” by US News & World Report. When you join the team at a National center, you join a team that provides life-changing care to thousands of patients, residents, and families in a Great Place to Work Certified environment.
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status.
From National Health Care Associates's job posting for Yarmouth, ME, checked 5 Nov 2026. The employer's own page is the final word on requirements and availability.
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National Health Care Associates operates 42 (source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information) Medicare- and Medicaid-certified nursing homes in Connecticut, Massachusetts, Maine, New Hampshire, New York and Vermont. Its job board posts jobs for nurses, nursing assistants and front-office staff. Source: CMS Nursing Home Provider Information
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