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 position involves participating in planning and conducting individual, small and large group activities, as well as assisting with documentation and discharge planning.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in a low to moderate noise environment.
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
Maintaining attendance records
Assisting in resident transportation
Encouraging resident participation
Assisting with activity care plans
Nice-to-have
Good communication with employees and families
Participating in community planning
Providing materials for sensory needs
Keeping department clean and orderly
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals