Memory Care Activity Assistant

About This Role

This role assists in implementing social and recreational programs for residents in a memory care setting, focusing on various activities and providing individualized support. It involves encouraging participation, escorting residents, and driving for excursions.

Responsibilities

• Continuously assess resident participation and engagement in activities and report findings to the Director
• Engage, encourage, motivate, and escort residents to planned activities
• Implement programs that include spiritual, educational, intellectual, sensory motor, cognitive, social, health/wellness arts and crafts, music, exercise, games, and lectures
• Provide assistance to residents needing additional support during specific activities in a respectful dignified manner
• Provide 1:1 “well/social” visits to residents who prefer to stay in their apartment or prefer not to join large groups, but enjoy coming out to the common areas
• Meet Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements as an approved driver

Requirements

• 1 year experience (paid or volunteer) working with elders in home care, assisted living or skilled nursing facilities
• Meet Registry of Motor Vehicle requirements as an approved driver

Qualifications

• Associates Degree Preferred Or Experience Equivalent
• 1 year experience (paid or volunteer) working with elders in home care, assisted living or skilled nursing facilities

Nice to Have

• Associates Degree