The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and needs of each resident
Job Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and needs of each resident.
This role involves planning and conducting individual, small, and large group activities, maintaining records, and assisting with transportation and discharge planning.
The work environment is usually low to moderate noise and reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program that meets the interests and needs of each resident.
Skills & Requirements
Must-have
Planning and conducting group activities
Maintaining attendance records
Assisting with resident transportation
Providing communication between staff and residents
Assisting in activity care plan development
Nice-to-have
Encouraging resident participation in hobbies
Providing Braille or audio reading materials
Participating in community planning
Assisting Quality Assurance Committee
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferable one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals