The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with current standards, regulations, and guidelines
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with current standards, regulations, and guidelines.
Essential duties include participating in planning and conducting activities, assisting with communication, developing activity calendars, and supporting resident assessments and discharge planning.
The role requires encouraging resident participation, providing necessary materials, maintaining department order, and assisting with transportation for residents when necessary.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with current standards, regulations, and guidelines.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
creative and interactive activities program
resident interests and needs
individual, small and large group activities
community planning
activity care plans and resident assessments
resident outings and activities
Nice-to-have
good communication skills
quality assurance support
resident transportation assistance
resident self-initiated activities
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One-year experience in long term care facility preferred
Ability to read technical procedures
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals