The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets the physical, mental, and psychosocial 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 physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
This role involves planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, as well as assisting with communication between employees, residents, families, and external personnel to ensure residents' needs are met.
The position requires assisting in development of monthly activity calendars, maintaining attendance records, and supporting discharge planning and activity care plans.
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 physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting group activities
resident care and engagement
activity calendar development
communication with residents and families
assisting with transportation arrangements
maintaining attendance records
Nice-to-have
encouraging self-initiated activities
providing materials in Braille or audio
participating in community planning
quality assurance support
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals