The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program in accordance with federal, state, local and corporate standards
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 federal, state, local and corporate standards.
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 discharge planning, activity care plans, resident assessments, and arranging 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 federal, state, local and corporate standards.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
planning and conducting activities
resident communication
activity calendar development
resident assessment documentation
maintaining activity department order
Nice-to-have
creative and interactive programming
community planning involvement
resident self-initiated activities encouragement
Braille or audio book provision
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
One year experience in long term care facility preferred