Activity Assistant

Job overview

The Activity Assistant works onsite in Bay City, MI. Compensation is not specified. The role supports the Activities Department and the organization’s goal of improving residents’ lives through a well-rounded activity program. The assistant implements activities and events, encourages resident participation, and observes and reports attendance, participation, and changes in behavior. The role helps provide enriching programs while supporting residents’ needs, preferences, dignity, and safety.

What you'll do

• Implement activities according to the monthly calendar and resident needs
• document attendance, participation, and behavior changes
• transport residents to programs and scheduled community trips
• prepare equipment and supplies
• encourage participation
• share observations and care-plan information with supervisors
• coordinate with community volunteers
• welcome new residents
• report incidents and changes in condition
• follow infection-control and safety procedures
• respond to call lights promptly and courteously in resident care areas.

What we're looking for

Skills & competencies

full-time

activity assistant

resident activities

senior care

group programs

community trips

resident engagement

bay city mi

symphony care network

activities department

evenings and weekends

high school diploma

Work arrangement

• Weekend coverage required

Why this role

High school diploma or equivalent required. Experience with senior groups or group activities and arts and crafts is preferred. Flexible hours, including evenings and weekends, are required.

About the employer

Symphony Care Network is hiring for this role. Industry: Assisted Living Facilities for the Elderly. Sector: 62.