Activity Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Activity Assistant

Job Summary:

Ridgeway Rehab Center, a beautiful 61-bed skilled nursing facility located in Catonsville, Maryland, is seeking a friendly and vibrant Activity Assistant to join our team. As our Activity Assistant, you will have the rewarding opportunity to design and lead activities that make a real difference in the lives of our residents. If you're a joy-spreader, a smile-giver, and a true people person, then Ridgeway Rehab is looking for YOU!

Key Responsibilities:

• Create Connections: Facilitate activities for groups and one-on-one that engage residents physically, emotionally, and socially directed under the Life Enrichment Director.

• Get to Know Our Residents: Spend time with each resident to understand their likes, dislikes, and preferences, making sure each activity fits their needs and personality.

• Welcome Committee: Meet and greet all new residents to make them feel at home and help them join our community.

• Report & Reflect: Monitor and document resident participation, behavior changes, and overall engagement in activities. Share these observations to help create a care plan that reflects their evolving needs.

• Community Engagement: Collaborate with community volunteers, guiding them and assigning tasks that enrich the activity program.

• Safety & Respect: Follow infection control, safety, and privacy protocols at all times, maintaining a comfortable and dignified environment for our residents.

• Team Player: Communicate positively and work effectively with residents, families, team members, and supervisors.

• Proactive Care: Promptly assist with resident requests, and report any resident concerns or equipment issues to the supervisor.

• Continuous Improvement: Attend meetings and training sessions to stay on top of the latest care practices and bring fresh ideas to our activity program.

Why Join Us?

• Caretakers (employee) Appreciation Culture: New ownership means a renewed focus on YOU.

• Opportunity to Make a Real Difference: Bring happiness, smiles, and joy to our residents' daily lives.

• Engaging and Fun Environment: A place where creativity, enthusiasm, and positivity are truly valued.

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.

• 1+ year of experience in Long Term Care Activities Department or similar role!

• An unbreakable smile, endless patience, and a genuine desire to make every resident's day a little brighter.

Schedule:

• Ridgeway Rehab operates 24/7, so some rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and occasional inclement weather work may be required.

Ready to bring your bubbly personality to our team? Apply today and help us create a warm, welcoming home at Ridgeway Rehab where every day is a reason to smile!