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ThedaCare

Resident Assistant

Appleton, WI · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies ... Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) preferred but not required * American Heart ...

ThedaCare

Resident Assistant

Appleton, WI · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies ... Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) preferred but not required * American Heart ...

ThedaCare

Resident Assistant

Appleton, WI · On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies ... Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) preferred but not required * American Heart ...

PeakMade Real Estate

Resident Assistant

Appleton, WI

$11/hr

Resident Assistants play an important role in creating community among students living on campus ... Keep residents well informed of community and campus activities. Community Policies: * Provide ...

PeakMade Real Estate

Resident Assistant

Appleton, WI · On-site

$11/hr

Resident Assistants play an important role in creating community among students living on campus ... Keep residents well informed of community and campus activities. Community Policies: * Provide ...

PeakMade Real Estate

Resident Assistant

Appleton, WI · On-site

$11/hr

Resident Assistants play an important role in creating community among students living on campus ... Keep residents well informed of community and campus activities. Community Policies: * Provide ...

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How much do activity assistant jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for activity assistant in Appleton, WI is $15.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.09 and $16.88 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an Activity Assistant, and why are they important?

To thrive as an Activity Assistant, you need a basic understanding of recreational programming, strong organizational skills, and typically a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling software, activity planning tools, and sometimes CPR/First Aid certification is often required. Excellent interpersonal skills, creativity, and patience help you engage participants and foster a positive environment. These skills ensure that activities are safe, inclusive, and enjoyable, enhancing the well-being of participants in care or community settings.

How does an Activity Assistant collaborate with other staff to ensure engaging programs for participants?

Activity Assistants frequently work alongside recreation coordinators, nursing staff, and volunteers to plan and facilitate events that meet the interests and needs of residents or participants. Collaboration involves regular communication to assess participants’ abilities, gather feedback, and coordinate scheduling. This teamwork helps ensure that activities are inclusive, safe, and tailored to diverse abilities, ultimately creating a supportive and engaging environment. Being proactive and adaptable when working with others is key to success in this role.

What are Activity Assistants?

Activity Assistants are professionals who help plan, organize, and lead recreational activities for groups, often in settings like nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or community centers. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life for participants by providing engaging and therapeutic activities, such as arts and crafts, games, music sessions, and social events. They work closely with other staff to ensure activities are suitable for the participants’ abilities and interests, and help monitor participation and well-being during events.

What is the difference between Activity Assistant vs Activity Coordinator?

AspectActivity AssistantActivity Coordinator
CredentialsHigh school diploma or equivalent; some roles may require certification in activities or recreationSimilar requirements; often requires experience in activity planning
Work EnvironmentAssists in activity implementation, often in healthcare, senior living, or community centersPlans, organizes, and oversees activities, typically in similar settings
Employer & IndustryHealthcare facilities, senior living communities, recreational centersSame as Activity Assistant, with more responsibility for planning
Search & Comparison IntentUnderstanding roles, responsibilities, and qualificationsLooking for leadership or planning differences

The main difference between an Activity Assistant and an Activity Coordinator is the level of responsibility. An Activity Assistant supports the implementation of activities, while an Activity Coordinator plans, organizes, and oversees activities. Both roles often require similar credentials and work in healthcare or community settings, but the Coordinator typically has more leadership duties.

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Infographic showing various Activity Assistant job openings in Appleton, WI as of May 2026, with employment types broken down into 38% Full Time, 48% Part Time, and 14% Temporary. Highlights an 100% In-person job distribution, with an average salary of $32,447 per year, or $15.6 per hour.
Resident Assistant

Resident Assistant

ThedaCare

Appleton, WI • On-site

$14.50 - $17.50/hr

Part-time

Posted 14 days ago

ThedaCare rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 119 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

446th of 864 rated healthcare providers

Job description

Why ThedaCare?
Living A Life Inspired!
Our new vision at ThedaCare is bold, ambitious, and ignited by a shared passion to provide outstanding care. We are inspired to reinvent health care by becoming a proactive partner in health, enriching the lives of all and creating value in everything we do. Each of us are called to take action in delivering higher standards of care, lower costs and a healthier future for our patients, our families, our communities and our world.
At ThedaCare, our team members are empowered to be the catalyst of change through our values of compassion, excellence, leadership, innovation, and agility. A career means much more than excellent compensation and benefits. Our team members are supported by continued opportunities for learning and development, accessible and transparent leadership, and a commitment to work/life balance. If you're interested in joining a health care system that is changing the face of care and well-being in our community, we encourage you to explore a future with ThedaCare.
Benefits, with a whole-person approach to wellness -
  • Lifestyle Engagement
    • e.g. health coaches, relaxation rooms, health focused apps (Wonder, Ripple), mental health support

  • Access & Affordability
    • e.g. minimal or zero copays, team member cost sharing premiums, daycare

About ThedaCare!
Summary :
Under the supervision of the LPN, RN, or nurse leader and the Lead Resident Assistant, the Resident Assistant performs patient-centered, evidence-based nursing care activities to meet the physical and psychosocial needs of the patient. Through collaborative practice with all members of the care team, is responsible for patient outcomes that meet the high quality of care provided by ThedaCare. Contributes to the goals of the department by being accountable for the delivery of compassionate, safe care and demonstrated commitment to continuous growth and professional development.
Job Description:
KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES:
  • Medication Management-Preps and passes all prescribed medications to residents as physician ordered. Is able to successfully complete med pass and all required vital signs that are needed prior to administering medications. Must be able to recognize side effects of medications and reports to nurse. Must be competent and has successfully passed medication management course. Must be able to know all 5 rules of medication management. Right resident, right medication, right dose, right time and right route. Must be able to read medication orders to successfully follow through as ordered
  • Works autonomously, as well as, directly with Lead Resident Assistant to ensure all tasks are done with confidence and will utilize lead for guidance and support to provide the best care for the residents.
  • Performs delegated patient care activities using evidence-based practice and specific competencies for the patient population served.
  • Assists in meeting the care needs of the patient in collaboration with the care team to ensure quality, cost-effective safe patient care practices.
  • Demonstrates clinical expertise in the provision of care in the clinical specialty assigned and performs all functions of the Resident Assistant which are age appropriate, developmentally sensitive, and culturally specific.
  • Respectfully addresses situations or decisions to ensure patient concerns and needs are met. Identifies ways to improve the patient's experience of care, streamline care processes, and lower costs to improve patient, family, and team member satisfaction.
  • Identifies and escalates patient risk to prevent crises. Demonstrates professional and therapeutic relationships with patients, families, team members, and providers.
  • Reinforces patient education to improve care outcomes and safe patient practices.
  • Performs and documents patient cares including personal hygiene, mobility, activities of daily living, and vital signs, and ensures the care environment promotes patient safety.
  • Provides care to patients including collecting body fluids for testing and cultures, administering medications if applicable, and providing patient care as defined within the nursing plan of care and/or physician orders, within the scope of the Resident Assistant role.
  • Checks patients' vital signs, height, and weight, as needed, based on patient type
  • Performs specimen collection

QUALIFICATIONS:
  • High school diploma or GED preferred but not required.
  • Previous healthcare experience preferred but not required
  • Certified Nursing Assistant Certification (CNA) preferred but not required
  • American Heart Association HealthCare Provider Life Support (BLS)
  • Completes all 4 CBRF Resident Assistant certification classes: Fire Safety, first aid and Choking, Standard Precautions and Medication Management within 90 days of hire.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
  • Ability to move freely (standing, stooping, walking, bending, pushing and pulling) and lift up to a maximum of fifty (50) pounds without assistance
  • Category 1: Job classification is exposed to blood borne pathogens (blood or bodily fluids) while performing job duties
  • Manual dexterity and hand-eye coordination to perform patient care procedures

WORK ENVIRONMENT:
  • Frequent exposure to sharp objects and instruments
  • Occasional exposure to moving mechanical parts, fumes or airborne particles, toxic or caustic chemicals, and risk of electrical shock
  • Occasional high noise level in work environment
  • Possible exposure to communicable diseases, hazardous materials, and pharmacological agents
  • Standing and/or walking for extended periods of time
  • Transporting, transferring, positioning patients and/or equipment from one location to another; little likelihood for injury if proper body mechanics and procedures are followed
  • Occasional contact with aggressive and or combative patients

Position requires compliance with department specific competencies.
Scheduled Weekly Hours:
4Scheduled FTE:
0.1Location:
Heritage - Appleton,WisconsinOvertime Exempt:
NoWorker Shift Details:
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We want to make exceptional care effortless for our patients. At ThedaCare, that means going above and beyond treating a particular condition – it means helping you achieve better health for life. You and your family are at the center of everything we do, from prioritizing your schedule when making appointments to designing our facilities for your comfort and convenience. Remaining proactive in your care allows us to better predict and prevent disease before complications arise, and when it comes to making important health-related decisions, we are here to support you. In every interaction, we want you to have full confidence the care you receive is purposeful, cost-effective and will help you continue enjoying life as you’ve planned it. ThedaCare is the third largest healthcare employer in Wisconsin, and the largest employer in Northeast Wisconsin with over 7,000 team members.

Industry

Health care and social assistance

Company size

5,001 - 10,000 Employees

Headquarters location

Neenah, WI, US

Year founded

1909

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