Activity Assistant

Aviarahealthcare

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Participate in planning and conducting activities
Maintain attendance records and activity calendars
Arrange transportation for resident outings
** Aviara Healthcare is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in implementing engaging activity programs for residents, ensuring their physical, mental, and psychosocial needs are met. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and preferably experience in long-term care settings, with strong communication and organizational skills. **

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' needs.
  • The role involves participating in discharge planning, developing activity care plans, and assisting with quarterly progress notes.
  • Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and stand or walk very often while maintaining a clean and orderly department.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

** Aviara Healthcare is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in implementing engaging activity programs for residents, ensuring their physical, mental, and psychosocial needs are met. Ideal candidates will have a high school diploma and preferably experience in long-term care settings, with strong communication and organizational skills. **

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • Participate in planning and conducting activities
  • Maintain attendance records and activity calendars
  • Arrange transportation for resident outings
  • Develop activity care plans and assessments
  • Provide materials for reading and hobbies

Nice-to-have

  • Experience in long term care facility preferred
  • Ability to encourage self-initiated resident activities
  • Effective communication with families and staff
  • Knowledge of federal and state regulations
  • Capacity to assist with quality assurance plans

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One-year experience in long term care facility (preferred)
  • Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals

Work Rights

Not specified

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