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
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 individual, small, and large group activities, assisting with communication, and developing monthly activity calendars.
The role involves assisting with discharge planning, activity care plans, resident assessments, and arranging transportation for residents when necessary.
Matching 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.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting activities
resident needs assessment
communication with stakeholders
activity calendar development
maintaining attendance records
physical demands of the role
Nice-to-have
creative and interactive programming
community planning involvement
resident self-initiated activities
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience in long term care facility preferred