The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program tailored 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 tailored to meet the interests and needs of each resident.
The role involves participating in planning and conducting individual, small and large group activities and facilitating communication between 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 environment.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program tailored to meet the interests and needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting group activities
communication with residents and staff
developing monthly activity calendars
assisting with resident transportation
maintaining attendance records
Nice-to-have
encouraging resident self-initiated activities
providing materials like Braille or audio books
participating in discharge and care planning
assisting Quality Assurance Committee
keeping activity department clean and orderly
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in a long term care facility
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals