Maintain attendance records and activity calendars
Assist with resident assessments and care plans
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program tailored to resident needs
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program tailored to resident needs.
Employees must participate in developing monthly activity schedules that include outings, group activities, and in-room options for bed-bound residents.
The role requires assisting with discharge planning, quality assurance initiatives, and maintaining accurate documentation such as quarterly progress notes.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program tailored to resident needs.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Participate in planning and conducting activities
Maintain attendance records and activity 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
Effective communication with families and staff
Capacity to solve practical problems daily
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent required
One-year experience in long term care facility preferred
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals