The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' diverse needs
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' diverse needs.
This role involves participation in planning individual and group activities, assisting with resident transportation, and maintaining communication among employees, residents, families, and external agencies.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in a low to moderate noise work environment.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' diverse needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and conducting group activities
Resident transportation assistance
Maintaining activity attendance records
Communication with residents and families
Assisting in activity care plans
Nice-to-have
Encouraging resident self-initiated activities
Providing materials in Braille or audio
Participating in community planning
Assisting Quality Assurance Committee
Maintaining clean and secure activity department
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferably one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals