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.
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 assessment documentation, quarterly progress notes, and maintaining a clean and orderly activity department.
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
creative and interactive activities program
comprehensive resident assessment
individual, small and large group activities
community planning
monthly activity calendar
attendance records
activity care plans
resident assessments
Nice-to-have
good communication skills
resident outings
in-room activities
self-initiated activities
reading materials in Braille or audio books
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One-year experience in a long term care facility (preferable)
Ability to read technical procedures
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals