Resident Activities & Engagement Specialist

Ridgeway Senior Living; Anchorage (AK); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Ridgeway Senior Living in Anchorage, AK seeks an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in planning and conducting engaging programs for residents, in line with current standards and guidelines. This role focuses on providing meaningful activities that address physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

You will help develop monthly calendars, document progress, and assist with transportation arrangements and family communication, while ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferably one year of experience in a long term care facility.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to interpret instructions furnished in written, oral, diagram, or schedule form.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual, small, and large group activities.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and agencies to meet needs and interests.
• Develop monthly activity calendars and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in arranging transportation for residents for outings, appointments, or discharge.
• Keep the Activity Department clean, orderly and secure.

Skills

Read technical procedures

Policy and procedure comprehension

Present information clearly

Fractions percentages ratios

Problem-solving

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Ridgeway Senior Living in Anchorage, AK seeks an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in planning and conducting engaging programs for residents, in line with current standards and guidelines. This role focuses on providing meaningful activities that address physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

You will help develop monthly calendars, document progress, and assist with transportation arrangements and family communication, while ensuring a safe, welcoming environment for all