Resident Activities Assistant - Care & Engagement

Diversicare Healthcare Services, LLC; Birmingham (AL); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Diversicare Healthcare Services, LLC in Birmingham, AL seeks an Activities Coordinator to implement and run activity programs for residents. You will lead group activities, provide one-to-one support, and help plan events in coordination with the Activity Coordinator and Resident’s Council.

The role emphasizes compassionate interaction, clear communication, and the ability to motivate residents to participate in therapeutic and social activities. Experience in long-term care is preferred.

Qualifications

• Experience in long term care or recreational settings is preferred.
• Ability to communicate ideas clearly and instruct residents appropriately.
• Ability to motivate residents and promote well-being through activities.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Activity Coordinator in implementing and executing an Activity Program for all residents.
• Lead group activities and provide one-to-one activities when needed.
• Assist in planning activities through Resident’s Council and Activity Coordinator.
• Maintain attendance sheets and assist residents to activities.
• Communicate residents' status to the Activity Coordinator.
• Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and document progress.
• Arrange movies, live entertainment, and group outings as appropriate.
• Delegate duties to volunteers and supervise activity volunteers.

Skills

People skills

Communication

Instruct residents

Creativity

Motivation

Observation

Job description

Diversicare Healthcare Services, LLC in Birmingham, AL seeks an Activities Coordinator to implement and run activity programs for residents. You will lead group activities, provide one-to-one support, and help plan events in coordination with the Activity Coordinator and Resident’s Council.

The role emphasizes compassionate interaction, clear communication, and the ability to motivate residents to participate in therapeutic and social activities. Experience in long-term care is preferred.