Activities Assistant - Sherwood Oaks Post Acute

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Planning and conducting activities
Resident care and interests
Communication with stakeholders
The Activities Assistant position at Sherwood Oaks Post Acute involves supporting the Activity Director in implementing a creative activities program for residents, adhering to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and preferably have experience in long-term care, with strong communication and organizational skills

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and needs of each resident.
  • Essential duties include participating in planning and conducting activities, communicating with various stakeholders, developing activity calendars, and assisting with resident assessments and care plans.
  • The role requires the ability to stand and walk very frequently, push/pull very frequently, and lift up to 50 pounds frequently, with occasional sitting, climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling.

Matching Summary

Match Score: 75

The Activities Assistant position at Sherwood Oaks Post Acute involves supporting the Activity Director in implementing a creative activities program for residents, adhering to regulatory standards. The ideal candidate should possess a high school diploma and preferably have experience in long-term care, with strong communication and organizational skills.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • planning and conducting activities
  • resident care and interests
  • communication with stakeholders
  • activity calendar development
  • resident assessments and care plans
  • physical demands of the role

Nice-to-have

  • creative and interactive programs
  • community planning involvement
  • quality assurance support

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • One year experience in long term care facility
  • Ability to read technical procedures
  • Ability to apply mathematical concepts
  • Ability to solve practical problems

Work Rights

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