Therapeutic Activities Specialist

Huntingtonretirement; Torrance (CA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 28,000; Full time

Job summary

Huntingtonretirement is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning and carrying out a therapeutic activity program for residents.

The role focuses on keeping residents engaged, coordinating daily activities, and assisting with monthly resident council meetings. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with an outgoing personality and experience in activities settings.

Qualifications

• Fully vaccinated against COVID-19 including Booster shots
• At least 1 year of experience working in Activities department is preferred
• Applicants with an active C.N.A certificate preferred

Responsibilities

• You will assist in the daily Activities throughout the day for our patients, keeping them engaged and motivated on a daily basis
• An active role in planning and participating in outside activities
• Assists with monthly resident council meetings
• Adapts recreation programs and regulates content of programs to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the residents and the facility
• Directs and organizes activities to assist residents to develop interpersonal relationships, to socialize effectively, and to develop confidence needed to participate in-group activities.
• Must be a Self-starter and self-motivated, with an entertaining and outgoing personality
• These qualities will carry over to our patients helping them to stay engaged and entertained

Education

C.N.A certificate

Job description

Huntingtonretirement is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the Activities Director in planning and carrying out a therapeutic activity program for residents.

The role focuses on keeping residents engaged, coordinating daily activities, and assisting with monthly resident council meetings. The ideal candidate will be self-motivated, with an outgoing personality and experience in activities settings.