The Activity Assistant will assist the Activity Director with the coordination and implementation of all programs and ensuring that they are therapeutic to the residents and maximizes their quality of life. This position primarily directs and runs the activities in a secured dementia unit. The Pavilion offers a full range of social, physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual and purposeful programs to meet overall well-being of our residents. The Activity Assistant shall make every effort to meet the comprehensive needs and interests of all the residents.

Primary Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and leads, recreational programs to meet the needs of all of our residents.
• Assist with planning the monthly calendar
• Assist with planning and implementation of special events
• Provide an afternoon social or Happy hour daily
• Successfully worked within Lifestyle budgetary guidelines regarding entertainment, and supplies
• Must possess a passion for working with the senior population and improving their quality of life
• Provide outstanding customer service to all residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of residents in the community
• Personable, reliable, great communicator and team player
• Creative, energetic, enthusiastic, patient, flexible, encouraging, and team-oriented
• Create a positive atmosphere with an engaging variety of activities

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification

• Experience in an environment which focuses on dementia care, preferred
• Excellent communication, organization and time management skills
• Basic typing skills and computer knowledge: familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Publisher and creative software
• Driver requirements; valid driver’s license with good driving record. May be required to take a driving test
• STNA preferred