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 participating in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, assisting in communication between employees, residents, families, and external agencies, and developing monthly activity calendars.
The role requires assisting with resident assessments, care plans, discharge planning, and arranging transportation for residents when necessary.
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
activity calendar development
attendance record maintenance
resident assessments and care plans
Nice-to-have
community planning involvement
quality deficiency correction
transportation arrangement
resident self-initiated activities encouragement
assessment documentation and progress notes
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience in long term care facility preferred