Activities Assistant

REGENCY CARE OF SILVER SPRING, LLC; Silver Spring (MD); On-site; USD 30,000 - 40,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in health care is seeking an Activities Assistant to plan and direct engaging activities for residents. This role focuses on enhancing the psychological, social, and spiritual well-being of individuals, ensuring their safety and comfort during various activities. The position requires strong communication skills, creativity, and a genuine interest in elderly care. Join a supportive team dedicated to improving residents' quality of life through diverse leisure pursuits.

Qualifications

• Experience in a resident activities program preferred.
• Willingness to complete a state-approved training course within six months.

Responsibilities

• Assist in developing, organizing, and implementing activity programs.
• Engage community groups and organizations in planning activities.
• Maintain scheduling and documentation standards.

Skills

Communication

Creativity

Interpersonal Skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

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General Purpose

Plan, organize, and direct a program of activities that provide entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression, fulfilling residents' psychological, social, and spiritual needs. Assist individuals with physical, emotional, or cognitive impairments to explore appropriate leisure pursuits.

Essential Job Functions

This facility values teamwork and resident comfort. Duties include, but are not limited to:

• Assist the Activity Coordinator in developing, organizing, and implementing activity programs tailored to residents' needs and within budget.
• Initiate and promote activities inside and outside the facility, ensuring residents' safety and well-being.
• Coordinate assistance for residents during activities and events.
• Create an inclusive activity calendar catering to diverse interests and abilities.
• Maintain scheduling and documentation standards per policies and regulations.
• Engage community groups and organizations in planning activities.
• Organize and oversee fundraising events for the Activity Department.
• Keep detailed records of participation and progress related to residents' care plans.
• Contribute to resident care planning by assessing activity needs.
• Develop and distribute monthly activity calendars and maintain visual displays.
• Maintain a scrapbook of facility activities and events.
• Develop and support a volunteer program; train volunteers and recognize their contributions.
• Train volunteers and students in recreational and therapeutic techniques.
• Prepare progress notes for medical staff regarding residents' reactions and progress.
• Keep all activity-related records compliant with regulations.
• Support residents' involvement in Resident Council meetings, documenting and addressing concerns.
• Participate in ongoing educational programs.
• Be familiar with safety and emergency procedures and maintain confidentiality and resident rights.
• Protect residents from neglect, mistreatment, and theft of personal property.
• Perform other duties as directed by supervisors.

Minimum Qualifications

• Valid STNA certificate
• High school diploma or GED
• Experience in a resident activities program preferred
• Willingness to complete a state-approved training course within six months
• Excellent communication and creativity skills
• Ability to work with individuals with disabilities
• Knowledge of activity department functions and regulatory requirements
• High energy, enthusiasm, and interpersonal skills
• Experience with volunteer programs and organizational skills
• Genuine interest in elderly and disabled care
• Compliance with Resident Rights and facility policies
• Physical ability to perform job tasks

Additional Details

• Seniority level: Entry level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Health Care Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Health Care