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 and regulations
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 and regulations.
Essential duties include participating in planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, assisting with communication, and developing monthly activity calendars.
The role involves assisting with resident assessments, care plans, discharge planning, and arranging transportation for residents.
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 and regulations.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting activities
communication with residents and families
maintaining attendance records
resident assessments and care plans
transportation arrangement for residents
keeping department clean and orderly
Nice-to-have
creative and interactive programs
community planning involvement
encouraging self-initiated activities
providing reading materials in Braille or audio
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One-year experience in long term care facility preferred