The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with current standards, regulations, and guidelines
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with current standards, regulations, and guidelines.
Essential duties include participating in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, and assisting in providing good communication between employees, residents, families, and support personnel.
The role involves assisting in the development of monthly activity calendars, maintaining attendance records, and participating in discharge planning and resident assessments.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with current standards, regulations, and guidelines.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting activities
communication with residents and families
developing activity calendars
maintaining attendance records
resident assessments and care plans
arranging resident transportation
Nice-to-have
creative and interactive programs
community planning involvement
quality assurance participation
resident self-initiated activities
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience in long term care facility preferred