The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and needs of each resident
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and needs of each resident.
Essential duties include participating in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, and assisting in providing good communication between employees, residents, and their families.
The role involves assisting in developing monthly activity calendars, maintaining attendance records, and participating in discharge planning and resident assessments.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting activities
resident needs assessment
communication with families and staff
maintaining attendance records
assisting with resident transportation
Nice-to-have
creative and interactive programs
quality assurance participation
discharge planning involvement
encouraging self-initiated activities
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience in long term care facility preferred