Resident Life & Activities Aide

Edgefield Post Acute; Marysville (WA); On-site; USD 25,000 - 33,000; Full time

Job summary

Edgefield Post Acute in Marysville, WA is seeking an Activity Assistant to assist the Activity Director in delivering a creative, engaging activities program that meets residents’ physical, mental and psychosocial needs.

Responsibilities include planning and conducting activities for individuals and groups, developing monthly calendars, coordinating transportation, keeping records, and supporting discharge planning.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Preferable one year of long-term care experience.
• Ability to read procedures and policies.
• Strong communication with residents, families and staff.
• Physical ability to lift up to 50 pounds.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual and group activities.
• Assist in creating monthly activity calendar and attendance records.
• Coordinate transportation for residents as needed.
• Maintain a clean, organized Activity Department and participate in care planning.

Skills

Reading procedures

Communication

Math skills

Problem solving

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

One year of long-term care experience (preferred)

Job description

Edgefield Post Acute in Marysville, WA is seeking an Activity Assistant to assist the Activity Director in delivering a creative, engaging activities program that meets residents’ physical, mental and psychosocial needs.

Responsibilities include planning and conducting activities for individuals and groups, developing monthly calendars, coordinating transportation, keeping records, and supporting discharge planning.