Resident Activities Coordinator

Artesia-Palms-Care-Center; Cerritos (CA); On-site; USD 22,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Artesia-Palms-Care-Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in delivering a creative, interactive activities program. The role follows federal, state, local, and corporate guidelines to address residents’ interests and wellbeing in a long-term care setting.

The ideal candidate will assist in planning, documenting progress, arranging transportation, and encouraging resident participation, while maintaining a safe, well-organized activity department and

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferably one year of experience in a long-term care facility.
• Ability to assist in planning and conducting activities.
• Ability to communicate with residents, families and staff.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting activities for residents.
• Support communication among residents, families, staff, and agencies.
• Help develop monthly activity calendar and attendance records.
• Assist with activity care plans and resident assessments.
• Arrange transportation for residents as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized Activity Department.
• Encourage participation in self-initiated activities.
• Assist with documentation and reading materials as needed.

Skills

Reading technical procedures

Reading policies and procedures

Presentation skills

Mathematical reasoning

Problem solving

Interpret instructions

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Artesia-Palms-Care-Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in delivering a creative, interactive activities program. The role follows federal, state, local, and corporate guidelines to address residents’ interests and wellbeing in a long-term care setting.

The ideal candidate will assist in planning, documenting progress, arranging transportation, and encouraging resident participation, while maintaining a safe, well-organized activity department and