Resident Activities Assistant

Job Description

Job Description

Resident Activities Assistant

Part Time | Day Shift working 8:30 am - 5 pm
Monday, Wednesday & Friday + Every 3rd Weekend

Pay: Starting at $16/hour
(based on experience)

LifeQuest Nursing Center is located in Quakertown, PA. We are seeking passionate team members who care about making a difference. Join our team and be an everyday hero at LifeQuest Nursing Center where quality of life counts! We care like family and our duty is our passion!

What is required as a Resident Activities Assistant?

• High School diploma or its equivalent is desirable.
• One year of activities experience or a minimum of one year of long term care experience required.

What will I do as a Resident Activities Assistant?

As a Resident Activities Assistant, you will help create a welcoming and engaging environment for residents by supporting meaningful activity programs that promote social, emotional, and physical well-being. You will work closely with the Activities Director, residents, families, and other departments to ensure programs are personalized, well-coordinated, and aligned with resident needs and regulatory standards.

• Assist in planning, organizing, implementing, and evaluating daily activities and special events that enhance residents' quality of life.
• Support the Activities Director in maintaining department policies, procedures, and compliance with federal and state regulations.
• Encourage resident participation by fostering a warm, positive, and engaging environment throughout the facility.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, therapy, and other departments to ensure activities support residents' individual needs and care plans.
• Conduct resident interviews and visits to learn about personal interests, hobbies, and goals to help guide activity programming.
• Coordinate outings, events, and transportation, ensuring residents have access to meaningful community and recreational experiences.
• Document resident participation and responses to activities accurately and in a timely manner.
• Assist with quality improvement initiatives, surveys, and any corrective action plans related to activity services.
• Participate in facility committees and team meetings as needed to support resident-centered care.
• Help ensure continuity of services and assist with administrative responsibilities in the absence of the Activities Director.
• Maintain positive working relationships with residents, families, staff, and community partners.
• Make daily rounds to ensure residents are receiving appropriate engagement opportunities and support.

What does LifeQuest offer employees?

• Comprehensive medical and dental benefits
• Tuition and Educational Reimbursement
• Generous PTO which starts with 16 days your first year (includes 6 holidays)
• Day off for your Birthday!
• Employee Referral Bonuses
• Principle retirement plan with employer match
• Discounts for onsite Daycare at 3 of our sites!
  • Full time employees receive 75% off 1st child. 50% off each additional child
  • Part time employees receive 50% off 1st child. 25% off each additional child
• Monthly Employee Appreciation treats
• Biweekly Gas cards!

What makes LifeQuest unique?

At LifeQuest, we are a family of health care services and facilities dedicated to the maintenance and improvement of the health and life environment of people of all ages. LifeQuest is a nonprofit organization located in Quakertown, Pennsylvania serving the Berks, Bucks, Lehigh, Montgomery and Northampton counties. We are a top-rated, cutting-edge family of facilities offering quality personal and health care services ranging from infant care through senior care.

T. E.A.M. = Together everyone accomplishes more!

Why work here?

LifeQuest will achieve its goals by being the Employer of Choice, by treating our co-workers with respect and in a professional manner and thereby facilitating our commitment to a high standard of public service.