The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director 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 Assistant is to assist the Activity Director run a creative and interactive activities program designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
This role involves participating in planning and conducting individual, small and large group activities and assisting with communication between employees, residents, families, and external agencies to ensure resident needs are met.
The position requires assisting in the development of monthly activity calendars, maintaining attendance records, and supporting discharge planning and activity care plans.
Matching Summary
The primary purpose of the Activity Assistant is to assist the Activity Director 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
Assist in activity program planning
Provide communication with residents and staff
Maintain activity attendance records
Assist with resident transportation arrangements
Encourage resident participation in activities
Perform physical tasks including lifting up to 50 pounds
Nice-to-have
Participate in community planning
Assist Quality Assurance Committee
Support discharge planning
Provide materials in Braille or audio formats
Maintain clean and orderly activity department
Key Requirements
High school diploma or equivalent
Preferably one-year experience in long term care
Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals