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, assisting with communication, and developing monthly activity calendars.
The role involves assisting with discharge planning, activity care plans, resident assessments, and arranging transportation for residents when necessary.
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 communication
activity calendar development
maintaining attendance records
activity care plans
resident assessments
transportation arrangement
Nice-to-have
creative and interactive programs
community planning
quality assurance support
resident self-initiated activities
Braille or audio books
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One-year experience in long term care facility
Ability to read technical procedures
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals