The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program meeting residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program meeting residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
Employees must participate in discharge planning, develop activity care plans, and assist the Quality Assurance Committee in correcting identified deficiencies.
The role requires frequently standing, walking, lifting up to 50 pounds, 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 meeting residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Participate in planning and conducting activities
Maintain attendance records and monthly calendars
Assist with resident assessments and care plans
Arrange transportation for resident outings
Provide materials including Braille or audio books
Nice-to-have
Experience in long term care facility preferred
Ability to encourage self-initiated resident activities
Strong communication skills with families and staff
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
One-year experience in long term care facility preferred