Activities Assistant

Overview

Activity Assistant – Full-Time

Come join our team at Albany Health and Rehabilitation and make a difference!

Are you energetic, creative, compassionate, and someone who enjoys bringing a smile to others? If so, we would love to have you join our Activities team!

At Albany Health and Rehabilitation , our work family is made up of talented and committed team members who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Every job matters, and we believe the connections we build with our residents can make each day meaningful.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• $1,000 Employee Referral Program
• DailyPay – work today, get paid today!
• Monthly celebrations and employee recognition
• Quarterly Education Bonus Program
• A fun and rewarding work environment where you can make a difference every day

Activity Assistant Primary Responsibilities

As an Activity Assistant, you will help create meaningful, engaging, and enjoyable experiences for our residents. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with planning, coordinating, and implementing resident activities
• Encouraging residents to participate in individual and group activities
• Helping with games, crafts, music, special events, outings, celebrations, and other programs
• Spending one-on-one time with residents based on their interests and needs
• Assisting with decorating and preparing for special events and holidays
• Helping create a positive, fun, and welcoming environment for residents
• Working closely with the Activities Director and other team members
• Supporting programs that promote residents' social, emotional, physical, and cognitive well-being

What We’re Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, dependable, and enthusiastic
• Creative and willing to bring new ideas to the team
• Comfortable interacting with seniors and building relationships
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Compassionate and committed to providing a great resident experience

If you love having fun, connecting with people, and making someone's day a little brighter, this could be the perfect position for you!

Responsibilities

Activities Assistant Essential Functions

• Activities Assistant will develop and implement activity programs which are appropriate to the residents based on varied backgrounds, emotional needs and interests
• Assisting the Activities Director with an evaluation of each resident according to their backgrounds, activity interests, abilities, physical limitations and need for meaningful activity programs
• Documenting activity plans and progress notes as directed
• Work closely with the Activities Director to plan and set up each assigned activity, which includes gathering supplies re-arranging rooms, etc.
• Assisting in the development and distribution of monthly activity calendars to residents and posting these calendars throughout the facility
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of facility newsletters
• Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Administrator

Qualifications

Activities Assistant Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge on the use of personal computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word and Excel
• Have a thorough understanding of the principles of best Activities practices
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
• The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance and HIPPA
• Previous experience in long-term care is preferred