Activity Assistant

Job Summary:

Ridgeway Rehab Center, a beautiful 61-bed skilled nursing facility located in Catonsville, Maryland, is seeking a friendly and vibrant Activity Assistant to join our team. As our Activity Assistant, you will have the rewarding opportunity to design and lead activities that make a real difference in the lives of our residents. If you're a joy-spreader, a smile-giver, and a true people person, then Ridgeway Rehab is looking for YOU!

Key Responsibilities:

• Create Connections: Facilitate activities for groups and one-on-one that engage residents physically, emotionally, and socially directed under the Life Enrichment Director.
• Get to Know Our Residents: Spend time with each resident to understand their likes, dislikes, and preferences, making sure each activity fits their needs and personality.
• Welcome Committee: Meet and greet all new residents to make them feel at home and help them join our community.
• Report & Reflect: Monitor and document resident participation, behavior changes, and overall engagement in activities. Share these observations to help create a care plan that reflects their evolving needs.
• Community Engagement: Collaborate with community volunteers, guiding them and assigning tasks that enrich the activity program.
• Safety & Respect: Follow infection control, safety, and privacy protocols at all times, maintaining a comfortable and dignified environment for our residents.
• Team Player: Communicate positively and work effectively with residents, families, team members, and supervisors.
• Proactive Care: Promptly assist with resident requests, and report any resident concerns or equipment issues to the supervisor.
• Continuous Improvement: Attend meetings and training sessions to stay on top of the latest care practices and bring fresh ideas to our activity program.
  
  
  

Why Join Us?

• Caretakers (employee) Appreciation Culture: New ownership means a renewed focus on YOU.
• Opportunity to Make a Real Difference: Bring happiness, smiles, and joy to our residents' daily lives.
• Engaging and Fun Environment: A place where creativity, enthusiasm, and positivity are truly valued.
  
  
  

Preferred Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• 1 year of experience in Long Term Care Activities Department or similar role!
• An unbreakable smile, endless patience, and a genuine desire to make every resident's day a little brighter.
  
  
  

Schedule:

• Ridgeway Rehab operates 24/7, so some rotating shifts, holidays, weekends, and occasional inclement weather work may be required.
  
  
  

Ready to bring your bubbly personality to our team? Apply today and help us create a warm, welcoming home at Ridgeway Rehab where every day is a reason to smile!