Activity Assistant

Westernslopehealthcenter

Plan and conduct activities
Communication with residents and families
Develop activity calendars
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 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 designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial 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 assisting in arranging transportation for residents, encouraging participation in self-initiated activities, and maintaining a clean and orderly activity department.

Matching 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 physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.

Skills & Requirements

Must-have

  • plan and conduct activities
  • communication with residents and families
  • develop activity calendars
  • maintain attendance records
  • assist with resident assessments
  • arrange resident transportation

Nice-to-have

  • creative and interactive programs
  • support resident interests
  • promote self-initiated activities
  • ensure department orderliness

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

Not specified

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