The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
This role involves planning and conducting individual, small and large group activities, maintaining attendance records, and assisting with transportation and discharge planning.
The position requires good communication between employees, residents, families, support personnel, government agencies, and the public to ensure residents' needs and best interests are met.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and conducting group activities
Maintaining attendance records
Assisting with resident transportation
Providing materials for resident activities
Communication with residents and families
Nice-to-have
Encouraging self-initiated activities
Participating in community planning
Assisting with quality assurance
Supporting discharge planning
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