Activities Assistant

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A Great Place to Work

Dover Center for Health & Rehabilitation is an affiliate of National Health Care Associates and a proud recipient of the 2025 Silver – Commitment to Quality Award given by the American Health Care Association. This nationally recognized mark of excellence and our 2026 Deficiency-Free State Survey underscore our team’s commitment to exceptional care and continuous improvement in a safe, welcoming environment.

 

As a Certified Great Place to Work three years in a row 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 award winning, dedicated team members you work with. 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:  307 Plaza Drive, Dover, New Hampshire, 03820

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What You'll Do:

 

* Full-time (40 hours per week) - with an every other weekend rotation *

 

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!

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What We Offer

As an affiliate of National Health Care, our Dover 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 $16.00/Hr.

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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.