Activity Assistant

The Activity Assistant

Qualifications:

• A high school degree, additional college experience preferred but not required
• Experience in a senior living environment strongly preferred
• Two years’ experience in activities strongly preferred
• Strong computer skills and general healthcare knowledge
• Must have a clear and insurable driving record, current drivers license and willingness to drive a passenger van
• Must be at least 21 years of age and have a valid Virginia Drivers License with a clean driving record

Areas of Primary Responsibility:

• Assists the Resident Program team with planning, developing, and preparing a variety of exercises, social, recreational and educational events.
• Counsels residents on health issues and provides assistance in their daily activities.
• Conducts all transportation as well as medical transportation for residents.
• Maintains knowledge of communities, services, and events in the area and incorporates into activity schedule as appropriate.
• Establishes a warm and welcoming atmosphere for residents and staff.
• Promotes teamwork and positive attitude among the staff and monitors/attends activities with other disciplines as necessary.
• Continually evaluates the quality and consistency of activities for residents and makes adjustments, corrections, and changes as necessary.