Activity Assistant

Central Maine Long Term Care, Inc•Auburn, ME

49d•$18 - $22

About The Position

The Activity Assistant conducts therapeutic recreational activities under the direction of the Activity Therapist, Director, Manager, or Supervisor to support rehabilitation for people with physical or mental disabilities. The role guides patients in selected activities—including games, social activities, sports, and music—to encourage sociability and creative expression, and to help patients learn recreational skills they can use during hospitalization and after discharge in the community. The Activity Assistant fosters an environment in which patients can explore their potential, develop positive morale, and minimize distress related to illness.

Requirements

High school diploma or associate degree in activity, recreational therapy, or another related field.
Complete Behavioral Violence Prevention training within six months of hire and maintain it annually.

Nice To Haves

Recreational Therapy Assistant (RTA) or Activity Therapy Assistant certificate preferred.
At least one year of experience in a behavioral healthcare, rehabilitative, or skilled nursing facility (SNF) setting preferred.

Responsibilities

Conduct therapeutic recreational activities under the direction of the Activity Therapist, Director, Manager, or Supervisor.
Direct patient participation in activities such as games, social activities, sports, and music.
Use activities to encourage sociability and creative expression and help patients develop recreational skills for use during hospitalization and after discharge.
Create an environment that allows patients to explore their potential, cultivate positive morale, and minimize distress related to illness.