Senior Activities Specialist

PACS Group (United Kingdom); United States; On-site; USD 23,000 - 26,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in delivering a creative and engaging activities program for residents in a United States facility. The role follows federal, state, local, and corporate standards and focuses on meeting residents’ physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

Responsibilities include planning activities, coordinating with staff and families, developing monthly calendars, and documenting progress.

Qualifications

• Reading 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

• Participate in planning and conducting individual, small and large group activities.
• Assist in providing communication between employees, residents, families, and public to meet residents' needs.
• Assist in development of monthly activity calendar and maintain attendance records.
• Assist in discharge planning and development of activity care plans and resident assessments.
• Assist in arranging transportation for residents to outings, appointments, or discharge.
• Encourage residents to participate in self-initiated activities and provide necessary materials.

Skills

Reading procedures

Policy & procedures comprehension

Staff communication

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS Group is seeking an Activity Assistant to support the Activity Director in delivering a creative and engaging activities program for residents in a United States facility. The role follows federal, state, local, and corporate standards and focuses on meeting residents’ physical, mental, and psychosocial needs.

Responsibilities include planning activities, coordinating with staff and families, developing monthly calendars, and documenting progress.