Resident Activities Specialist: Enrich Lives & Community

Libby of Cascadia; Libby (MT); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Cascadia Healthcare in Libby, MT is seeking an Activities Assistant to organize and participate in person-centered activity programming, including one-to-one interactions, small group facilitation, and large region presentations. You will document participation and value of approaches in the medical record and help ensure resident engagement.

The role requires creativity, strong communication, and the ability to work with residents and families across end-of-life considerations, with duties

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Certified Recreation Therapist, Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or Activity Assistant Certified preferred.
• Six months experience in a long-term care environment preferred.
• Prefer minimum of 500 hours of activity programming experience.
• Background checks required before contact with patients/residents.

Responsibilities

• Assists Activities Manager as needed.
• Utilizes environment to provide comfort and stimulation to residents.
• Fosters a sense of community within the facility.
• Leads and participates in individual and group activities.
• Utilizes models for individualized programming (e.g., normalization, pet/music/art therapy).
• Assists with decorating for events and seasonal parties.
• Develops and posts monthly calendar for residents and families.
• Participates in recreational programs for residents confined to their rooms.
• Promotes volunteer efforts in the community.
• Maintains records of activities and attendance.
• Stores activity equipment and cleans area after activities.
• Uses biopsychosocial model to support resident well-being.
• Provides or arranges comfort/support to residents and families as needed.
• Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Skills

Willingness to learn

Active listening

Rapport building

Collaboration

Communication skills

Confidentiality

End-of-life sensitivity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Cascadia Healthcare in Libby, MT is seeking an Activities Assistant to organize and participate in person-centered activity programming, including one-to-one interactions, small group facilitation, and large region presentations. You will document participation and value of approaches in the medical record and help ensure resident engagement.

The role requires creativity, strong communication, and the ability to work with residents and families across end-of-life considerations, with duties