Community Life Assistant

Job Title: Community Life Assistant

Job Type: Full-time

As an Activity Assistant, you will be responsible for assisting in the planning, organizing, and implementation of recreational activities for our residents. You will work closely with our residents to ensure that their social, emotional, and physical needs are met.

Responsibilities:

• Assist in planning and implementing recreational activities for residents
• Encourage and motivate residents to participate in activities
• Assist in the setup and cleanup of activity areas
• Maintain accurate records of resident participation in activities
• Provide one-on-one support to residents who require additional assistance
• Collaborate with other staff members to ensure that activities are appropriate and meet the needs of residents
• Attend and participate in staff meetings and training sessions

Requirements:

• High school diploma or equivalent
• Six (6) months to 1 year of experience working with seniors, performing activity related duties, or in a healthcare setting preferred
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team
• Ability to multitask and prioritize tasks effectively
• Compassionate and patient demeanor
• Flexibility to work weekends and holidays as needed
• Willing to enroll in a training course for activities within six (6) months of employment.
• Knowledge of the aging process and various resident activities.
• Ability to assume leadership role in the Activity Department in the absence of the Activity Director. 
• Skilled at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities. 
• Practical knowledge of how an Activity Department functions in a nursing facility. 
• General knowledge of regulatory requirements for an activity program in a long-term care facility. 

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

• Moderate physical activity:
• Requires handling of average-weight objects up to twenty-five (25) pounds.
• Repetitive standing and/or walking for more than four (4) hours per day.
• Repetitive bending and/or stooping for more than one (1) hour at a time.
• Sitting for more than two (2) hours at a time.
• May require consistent computer work with repetitive typing and concentrating on computer screen.
• Physical ability to travel to sites.