The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets 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 that meets the interests and needs of each resident.
This role involves participating in planning and conducting individual and group activities, assisting with communication among employees, residents, families, and external agencies, and supporting discharge planning and activity documentation.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions, and the noise level in the work environment is usually low to moderate.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and conducting group activities
Maintaining attendance records
Assisting with resident transportation
Providing communication between staff and residents
Assisting in activity care plans and assessments
Nice-to-have
Encouraging self-initiated resident activities
Participating in community planning
Providing materials in Braille or audio books
Keeping department clean and orderly
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals