Activities Assistant - Sherwood Oaks Post Acute

Sherwood Oaks Post Acute

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Creative and interactive activities
Resident needs assessment
Communication with stakeholders
Sherwood Oaks Post Acute is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in developing and implementing a diverse activities program for residents. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, preferably with one year of experience in a long-term care facility, and be able to engage residents in meaningful activities that meet their physical, mental, and psychosocial needs

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 physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
  • Essential duties include participating in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, assisting in communication between employees, residents, and families, and developing monthly activity calendars.
  • The role involves assisting with discharge planning, developing activity care plans, and ensuring the Activity Department is kept clean, orderly, and secured.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Sherwood Oaks Post Acute is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in developing and implementing a diverse activities program for residents. The ideal candidate should have a high school diploma, preferably with one year of experience in a long-term care facility, and be able to engage residents in meaningful activities that meet their physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Creative and interactive activities
  • Resident needs assessment
  • Communication with stakeholders
  • Activity calendar development
  • Discharge planning participation

Nice-to-have

  • Community planning involvement
  • Quality assurance support
  • Resident self-initiated activities encouragement

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in long term care facility preferred
  • Ability to read technical procedures
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts
  • Ability to solve practical problems

Work Rights

Not specified

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