Activities Assistant

Escondido Post Acute

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Conduct individual, small, and large group activities
Communicate with residents, families, and staff
Develop monthly activity calendars
Escondido Post Acute is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in implementing a creative and engaging 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 must possess strong communication and organizational skills

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 activities, communicating effectively with various stakeholders, and assisting in the development of monthly activity calendars and resident care plans.
  • The role requires assisting with resident assessments, maintaining department orderliness, and arranging transportation for residents as needed.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

Escondido Post Acute is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activity Director in implementing a creative and engaging 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 must possess strong communication and organizational skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Conduct individual, small, and large group activities
  • Communicate with residents, families, and staff
  • Develop monthly activity calendars
  • Maintain attendance records
  • Assist with resident assessments and care plans
  • Arrange resident transportation

Nice-to-have

  • Creative and interactive program delivery
  • Encourage self-initiated resident activities
  • Provide reading materials in Braille or audio

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in long term care facility preferred
  • Ability to read technical procedures
  • Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
  • Ability to effectively present information
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts
  • Ability to solve practical problems
  • Ability to interpret instructions

Work Rights

Not specified

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