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Elk Ridge Village Senior Living

Lifestyle Assistant

Elkhorn, NE · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

Essential Job Responsibilities * Assist with planning, implementing, and leading activities in the ... Previous experience in activities, recreation, or senior living * Valid driver's license with clean ...

Heritage Communities

Life Enrichment Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

Join Heritage Pointe as a Life Enrichment Assistant! At Heritage Communities, you're more than your ... in activity development, planning, and execution within a senior living or related industry ...

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Life Enrichment Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.25 - $17.25/hr

... in our senior living communities. What You'll Do: As a Life Enrichment Assistant, you'll play a ... Planning, executing, and promoting engaging community activities and events tailored to resident ...

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Life Enrichment Assistant

Omaha, NE · On-site

$14.25 - $17/hr

... in our senior living communities. What You'll Do: As a Life Enrichment Assistant, you'll play a ... Planning, executing, and promoting engaging community activities and events tailored to resident ...

Firstnational

Senior Institutional Associate

Omaha, NE · On-site

The Senior Institutional Associate serves as the primary relationship manager and trusted advisor ... activities. * Assist in maintaining long-term relationship profitability through appropriate ...

TheKey

Omaha Caregiver (CNA/PCA/HHA)

Elkhorn, NE · On-site

$16 - $18.50/hr

We are the senior care experts that families trust the most. Whether we're caring for clients ... Provide personal care and support to clients in their daily activities * Assist with personal ...

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As of Aug 25, 2026, the average hourly pay for senior activities assistant in Nebraska is $22.36, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $14.66 and $25.43 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What is a senior activities assistant?

Senior Activities Assistants are professionals who plan, organize, and lead recreational and social activities for elderly residents in settings such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, or community centers. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life and promote engagement, socialization, and well-being among seniors. Duties often include coordinating games, exercise classes, arts and crafts, outings, and special events tailored to residents' interests and abilities. They also monitor participation, encourage involvement, and sometimes assist with daily living activities. Strong communication and interpersonal skills are essential for this role.

What does a senior activities assistant do?

A Senior Activities Assistant works closely with nursing staff, therapists, and other activities team members to design and deliver meaningful programs tailored to residents’ interests and abilities. Regular communication and team meetings help ensure activities are coordinated with residents’ care plans and facility schedules. Collaboration may involve sharing feedback, co-leading events, and adjusting plans based on residents’ responses. This teamwork ensures that activities are both enjoyable and supportive of residents’ overall well-being.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a senior activities assistant?

To thrive as a Senior Activities Assistant, you typically need experience in recreational programming, knowledge of elder care, and a high school diploma or equivalent. Familiarity with scheduling software, activity planning tools, and sometimes first aid or CPR certification is often required. Outstanding interpersonal skills, creativity, and patience help build rapport with seniors and adapt activities to diverse needs. These skills and qualities are vital for fostering engagement, improving residents' quality of life, and ensuring the safe, enjoyable execution of programs.

What qualifications do you need to be a senior activities assistant?

A senior activities assistant typically needs a high school diploma or equivalent, along with experience in activity planning or working with seniors. Certifications in activities or recreation therapy can be beneficial, and strong communication and organizational skills are essential for the role.

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Life Enrichment Assistant (Activities)

Vetter Senior Living

Columbus, NE

$15.25 - $18.25/hr

Full-time

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life, Retirement, PTO

Posted 7 days ago

Vetter Senior Living rating

6.9

Company rating: 6.9 out of 10

Based on 16 frontline employees who took The Breakroom Quiz

Job description

About Us:
Located in Columbus, Nebraska, Brookestone Acres is designed for seniors needing either short-term rehabilitation or skilled nursing services. At Brookestone Acres, we have a culture of rehabilitation and overall improvement of health. Our residents and patients are served by team members trained to meet the unique and specialized needs of each individual.

Our team is dedicated to encouraging and motivating our patients to excel in therapy and regain daily life skills.
Why Apply:
If you've got a passion for excellence and a desire to make a difference in the lives of people, this might be the job for you. The Life Enrichment Assistant has the opportunity to positively affect the lives of residents on a daily basis. Life Enrichment Assistants are passionate about providing the highest quality services possible and exceeding the expectations of those they serve and work with

You will help plan and facilitate group programming, one on one interventions, etc to enhance quality of life.
Professional Qualifications:
Verbal communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, team members and visitors in an understandable manner. Written communication is also important for necessary documentation. Life Enrichment Assistants are willing to participate in educational sessions, in-service training, and demonstrations

Be able to drive and transport residents with company vehicle.
* Basic knowledge of computers and iPads including Microsoft Word, Excel, and video calls
* The ability to be flexible and adapt to changes in daily scheduling to meet the needs of residents, call-ins or vacation time
* A positive outlook focusing on teamwork, integrity and collaborating with all departments and a "Yes I Can" attitude.
* Current CNA license or willingness to obtain
* Clean driving record- being able to transport residents in facility vehicle.
Physical Requirements:
Life Enrichment Assistants understand the physical demands their jobs require and realize they need to:
* pass a physical exam
* lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc.
* lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
* lift twenty-five (25) pounds consistently.
* be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head and below their waist.
* go up and down stairs
* bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.
* see and hear well enough to answer phones, greet people and read
* remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.
* be able to drive a vehicle.
Benefits:
At Brookestone Acres we encourage personal growth, support educational opportunities, endorse continual learning and encourage people to stretch beyond their comfort zones. People who bring an inner commitment to excel will find an environment that enables them to do just that.
We offer a great benefit package for Full-time employees. Benefits include:
* Personal and Sick Day Accrual
* Health Care, Dental and Vision Insurance
* Voluntary Benefits
* Life Insurance
* 401K
* Formal Education Assistance Program
* Mileage Assistance Program
This is a full time (35 hour) position whose schedule includes every other weekend and every third holiday

Pay is dependent upon experience

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