Recreation Activities Assistant

Assist the Activity Team in planning, developing, and implementing activity programs to meet the mental, social, and emotional needs of residents. Transport residents to unit programs and off-site special activities while observing attendance, mood, and behavior for progress evaluation. Provide documentation on resident participation and communicate activity programs with families. Coordinate activities with other departments and refer residents as necessary. Maintain rapport with nursing, therapy, and facility teams to ensure uninterrupted daily operations. Report unsafe conditions and equipment immediately. Participate in staff meetings, committees, workshops, and annual training to identify improvement areas and stay current on long-term care changes. Create a warm, calm environment throughout the facility. Work full-time, non-exempt hours from 9:30 AM to 6:00 PM, Sunday through Thursday.