Providing communication between staff and residents
Assisting in development of activity schedules
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program that meets the physical, mental, and psychosocial 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 that meets the physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
This role involves participating in planning and conducting individual, small and large group activities, as well as assisting with communication among employees, residents, families, and external agencies.
The position requires maintaining a clean and orderly activity department and supporting the development and implementation of activity care plans 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 that meets the physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and conducting group activities
Providing communication between staff and residents
Assisting in development of activity schedules
Supporting resident transportation arrangements
Maintaining activity attendance records
Nice-to-have
Encouraging resident self-initiated activities
Providing materials in Braille or audio formats
Participating in community planning
Assisting with quality assurance initiatives
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care facility
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals