Activity Assistant

Great Plains Post Acute

Participate in planning and conducting activities
Maintain attendance records and activity calendars
Assist with resident assessments and care plans
The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs

Job Summary

  • The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.
  • The role involves participating in discharge planning, developing activity care plans, and assisting the Quality Assurance Committee with corrective action plans.
  • Employees must be able to lift up to 50 pounds frequently and maintain a clean, orderly, and secured activity department.

Matching Summary

The primary purpose is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets residents' physical, mental, and psychosocial 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

  • One-year experience in long term care facility
  • Ability to encourage self-initiated resident activities
  • Effective communication with families and staff
  • Problem-solving skills for practical situations

Key Requirements

  • High school diploma or equivalent
  • Preferable one-year experience in long term care facility

Work Rights

Not specified

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