Resident Activities & Engagement Specialist

PACS; Willoughby (MD); On-site; USD 26,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS in Maryland is seeking an Activities Assistant to help plan and run individual and group activities for residents in a long-term care facility. You will support communication among residents, families, staff, and external agencies to meet residents' needs and preferences.

Responsibilities include developing monthly calendars, assisting with care plans and assessments, arranging transportation for outings and appointments, and helping with discharge planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Preferably one year of long-term care experience.
• Ability to read technical procedures and policy manuals.

Responsibilities

• Assist in planning and conducting activities for residents.
• Maintain attendance records and monthly activity calendar.
• Support discharge planning and care plan development with Activity Director.
• Coordinate transportation for residents to appointments and outings.
• Provide accessible reading materials and Braille/audio as needed.

Skills

Communication skills

Reading and comprehension

Numerical skills

Problem solving

Procedure reading

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS in Maryland is seeking an Activities Assistant to help plan and run individual and group activities for residents in a long-term care facility. You will support communication among residents, families, staff, and external agencies to meet residents' needs and preferences.

Responsibilities include developing monthly calendars, assisting with care plans and assessments, arranging transportation for outings and appointments, and helping with discharge planning.