The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and 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 Department is to assist and run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
Essential duties include planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, assisting in communication between employees, residents, and families, and developing monthly activity calendars.
The role involves participating in discharge planning, developing activity care plans, arranging resident transportation, and maintaining the cleanliness and order of the Activity Department.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Department is to assist and 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
creative and interactive activities program
resident needs and interests
communication with stakeholders
monthly activity calendar
attendance records
activity care plans
Nice-to-have
community planning
resident outings
in-room activities
self-initiated activities
Braille or audio books
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One-year experience in long term care facility preferred