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Activities Assistant

River Garden Senior Services·Jacksonville, Florida

$17 - $18/hr·Full Time·On Site·0-2 yrs·Posted 1 month ago
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About the role

Promote mental, social, emotional, and intellectual growth for seniors through supportive and rehabilitative activities. Assist the Life Enrichment Services Department in implementing restorative programs.

Activities Assistant Come join River Garden's Life Enrichment Services Department. Our Life Enrichment Assistants help promote mental, social, emotional and intellectual growth utilizing activities that are supportive, restorative and rehabilitative.

We offer

  • Hourly rate $17 - $18 per hour
  • Flexible schedule – must be available evening, weekends and holidays
  • A clean, safe, supportive work environment
  • Comprehensive benefits package - Health, Dental, Short and Long Term Disability
  • Paid time off
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • 401(k) - Employer Contribution
  • Health Savings Account
  • Free Meals
  • And More!

What We Are Looking For

  • A self-motivated team oriented individual
  • Skilled to work with computer systems and iPads/tablets
  • A creative individual who enjoys participating in crafts and other activities appropriate for seniors.
  • Certified Nursing Assistant (preferred)

Education

High school diploma.

Work Experience

  • One to two years of recent clinical experience in a healthcare setting; geriatric setting preferred.
  • Position
  • Status:
  • Full-Time
  • Hours/Shifts: Days and evenings Background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse is required for this position.
  • More information: https://info.flclearinghouse.com.

Requirements

Requires a high school diploma and one to two years of recent clinical experience in a healthcare or geriatric setting. Proficiency with tablets and a creative mindset are essential, with CNA certification preferred.

  • high school
  • professional certificate
  • Teamwork
  • Computer Systems
  • Clinical Experience
  • Patient Support
  • Tablets
  • Creative Arts
  • iPads
  • Senior Care

Benefits

  • Dental Insurance
  • Paid Parental Leave
  • Paid Time Off
  • Health Insurance
  • Health Savings Account
  • Tuition Reimbursement
  • Short Term Disability
  • Long Term Disability
  • Free Meals
  • 401(k) Employer Contribution

Posting details

Employment type
Full Time
Work arrangement
On Site
Experience
0-2 yrs
Salary
$17 - $18/hr
Location
Jacksonville, Florida
Posted
Jun 22, 2026
Application
Employer website
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Hiring organization

River Garden Senior Services

Top-rated senior care, including short-stay & outpatient rehab, long-term nursing & memory care, and adult day programs. Also offers 'boutique'​ home health to members of The Coves.

Salary listed on 4 jobs
IndustryHospitals and Health Care
TypeNonprofit
Size201-500 employees
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Florida Activities Assistant demand stays steady

In Florida, Activities Assistant roles are commonly tied to senior care and healthcare settings, where demand is supported by an aging population and ongoing need for resident engagement. This role is competitive because employers often look for a high school diploma, recent clinical or geriatric experience, tablet proficiency, and a creative approach, with CNA certification preferred. If you are considering applying, compare how your experience matches the activity and care-support duties, and note that the requirements and benefits here are AI-summarized from the original job description to save research time.

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