Resident Life & Activities Assistant

Whitney Oaks Care Center; California (MO); On-site; USD 24,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

Whitney Oaks Care Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program for residents. The role emphasizes planning, coordinating, and delivering engaging activities in alignment with regulatory standards and resident needs.

Responsibilities include developing monthly calendars, assisting with assessments, arranging transportation for outings, and ensuring documentation and communication across all levels.

Qualifications

• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct individual, small, and large group activities.
• Facilitate good communication between staff, residents, families, and the public to meet residents' needs.
• Participate in community planning related to facility interests and resident needs.
• Develop monthly activity calendars and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in discharge planning and development of activity care plans and resident assessments.
• Arrange transportation for residents when needed and develop activity schedules including outings and in-room activities.

Skills

Reading & comprehension

Mathematical skills

Reasoning ability

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Whitney Oaks Care Center is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in running a creative and interactive activities program for residents. The role emphasizes planning, coordinating, and delivering engaging activities in alignment with regulatory standards and resident needs.

Responsibilities include developing monthly calendars, assisting with assessments, arranging transportation for outings, and ensuring documentation and communication across all levels.