Per Diem-Activity Assistant

Per-Diem Activity Assistant Position

Key Responsibilities

• Assist with activity planning and setup
  • Help prepare activity materials, supplies, and equipment.
  • Set up and clean activity areas according to facility procedures.
• Implement resident-centered activities
  • Participate in delivering scheduled group activities (e.g., games, arts & crafts, music, celebrations, holiday events).
  • Provide one-on-one or small-group activities as assigned, based on resident preferences and care plans.
• Support resident engagement
  • Encourage participation and help residents remain involved and comfortable.
• Maintain safety and documentation
  • Monitor residents during activities and report concerns immediately to the Activity Director or nursing staff.
  • Follow infection control and safety protocols.
  • Document attendance, resident responses, or other required information per facility policy.
• Coordinate with interdisciplinary team
  • Communicate regularly with nursing staff and the Activity Director regarding resident needs, changes in condition, and barriers to participation.
• Looking for someone with weekday and weekend availability as needed.