Activities Assistant

Principal Responsibilities

• Affords support in the development and delivery of activity/recreational programs.
• Encourages resident participation in various activities such as arts/crafts, community outings, religious activities, intellectual/educational activities, community/center service activities, recreational activities, etc.
• Assists in completing activity documentation, when needed, in compliance with regulatory requirements and company policies.
• Sends supply lists to the Activity/Recreation Director and submits receipts for activity expenditures.
• Maintains a precautions/limitations list for each resident.
• Supports the volunteer program by assisting in recruitment, training, and supervision.
• Participates in Resident Council Meetings as needed.
• Collaborates in planning community activities involving the community, staff, families, and residents.
• Contributes to the creation and maintenance of a monthly calendar of available activity/recreational programs and posts it in the center.

Qualifications

• A High School Diploma or equivalent is required.
• Activities Certification is preferred.
• One year of experience working in long-term care is required.
• One year of experience conducting social/recreational programs within the past five years is preferred.