Activity Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

POSITION PURPOSE:

Assist the Activity Director with daily resident activity program. Must be able to work weekends.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Plan, coordinate, and facilitate stimulating activities programming.

• Create a strong and active volunteer program.

• Communicate regularly with resident families and the entire care team.

• Prepare and review monthly newsletter and activities calendar.

• Lead group activities.

• Report and document on resident’s progress.

• Visits with residents on a one-on-one basis as directed.

• Evaluate and reassess activity interventions based on the interdisciplinary plan of care and make revisions as appropriate.

• Ensure documentation meets compliance with regulatory standards.

• Reports to the Activity Director on residents’ responses and/or progress to specific approaches utilized and maintains appropriate documentation.

• Effectively manages the care of assigned patients using knowledge, skills, judgment, and decision-making skills for the specific area. Effectively carries out the Activities role as assigned.

• Perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:

At least one year of long-term care or assisted living experience or equivalent combination of experience and education. Ability to produce stimulating programs. Strong communication and computer skills are required.