The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program tailored to meet residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program tailored to meet residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
This role involves participating in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, as well as assisting with transportation and communication between residents, families, and staff.
The position requires adherence to federal, state, local, and corporate standards and regulations to ensure quality care and resident satisfaction.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program tailored to meet residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and conducting group activities
Assisting with resident transportation
Maintaining activity attendance records
Providing communication between staff and residents
Assisting in activity care plans and assessments
Performing smoking attendant duties
Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds
Nice-to-have
Encouraging resident self-initiated activities
Providing materials in Braille or audio books
Participating in community planning
Assisting with discharge planning
Keeping department clean and orderly
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals