Activities Aide Part-Time

About the role

The Resident Activity Assistant position at The Lodge at Taylor is a rewarding opportunity to work with a supportive team in a long-term care setting. This role involves organizing and participating in various activity programs designed to enhance the quality of life for residents.

Responsibilities

• Affords assistance to the resident activity director as needed.
• Utilizes the environment to ensure both comfort and stimulation for the resident population.
• Fosters a sense of community within the center environment.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Utilizes a variety of models to achieve individualized programming, such as pet therapy, music therapy, art therapy, etc.
• Assists with decorating the facility and preparing for special events and seasonal parties.
• Develops and posts a monthly calendar as a planning resource for residents and families.
• Promotes volunteer efforts in the community.
• Maintains records of activities and attendance.
• Stores activity equipment and supplies and cleans the area after the activity.
• Utilizes the biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.
• Provides or arranges for comfort/support to residents and families when needed.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Qualifications

To succeed in this role, candidates should demonstrate a willingness to learn new modalities and approaches, good listening skills, the ability to build rapport easily, and demonstrated collaboration with other disciplines. Excellent communication skills, both verbal and written, are essential, as is the ability to maintain confidentiality. Additionally, candidates should have experience working with residents/families facing end-of-life issues.