The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
This position involves planning and conducting individual and group activities, assisting in communication among employees, residents, families, and community, and supporting quality assurance efforts.
Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions in a usually low to moderate noise environment.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting group activities
resident care plan development
activity calendar management
communication with residents and families
transportation arrangement for residents
Nice-to-have
encouraging self-initiated activities
providing materials in Braille or audio
participation in community planning
quality assurance support
clean and secure department maintenance
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals