Resident Activities Assistant: Engagement & Planning

PACIFIC VILLAS POST ACUTE; Oceanside (CA); On-site; USD 27,000 - 29,000; Full time

Job summary

Pacific Villas Post Acute in Oceanside, CA seeks an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in a creative, interactive activities program that adheres to federal, state, local, and corporate standards.

This role involves planning individual and group activities, coordinating calendars, arranging transportation, documenting assessments, and engaging residents in hobbies and reading, including Braille or audio materials as needed.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferable one-year experience in a long term care facility.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual, small and large group activities.
• Assist in communication between employees, residents, families, and public.
• Develop monthly activity calendar and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in discharge planning and resident assessments.
• Arrange transportation for residents for outings or appointments.
• Develop monthly activity schedule including outings and in-room activities.
• Encourage participation in hobbies, crafts, and reading; provide Braille or audio materials as needed.
• Assist with assessment documentation and progress notes.
• Keep the Activity Department clean and secure.

Skills

Reading procedures

Communication

Mathematical concepts

Problem solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

1 year long-term care experience

Job description

Pacific Villas Post Acute in Oceanside, CA seeks an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in a creative, interactive activities program that adheres to federal, state, local, and corporate standards.

This role involves planning individual and group activities, coordinating calendars, arranging transportation, documenting assessments, and engaging residents in hobbies and reading, including Braille or audio materials as needed.