The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program.
The role requires participating in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
Essential physical functions include standing and walking very frequently, reaching with hands and arms frequently, and lifting up to 50 pounds frequently.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Participate in planning activities
Maintain attendance records
Lift up to 50 pounds frequently
Nice-to-have
Encourage resident self-initiated hobbies
Provide Braille or audio materials
Assist with discharge planning
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care facility