ACTIVITY ASSISTANT/ TRANSPORTATION (74550)

PRIORITY MANAGEMENT•Cedar Hill, TX

10d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Assistant supports the Activities Director in planning, organizing, and leading recreational, social, educational, and therapeutic activities for residents. The role aims to enhance residents’ quality of life, encourage social interaction, and promote physical, emotional, and mental well-being. The assistant helps deliver daily programs, encourages resident participation, and provides individual engagement when needed. The position also includes safely escorting residents, preparing and maintaining activity spaces and supplies, documenting attendance and participation, and supporting residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities, including dementia or memory care needs. The role requires effective communication with residents, families, and staff, and adherence to facility policies, safety procedures, and resident rights guidelines.

Requirements

Strong interpersonal, communication, and organizational skills.
Compassionate, patient, and dependable.
Ability to work flexible part-time hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, or holidays.
Ability to assist residents with mobility and activity participation as needed.

Nice To Haves

High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
Experience working with seniors, nursing home residents, or individuals with disabilities is preferred but not required.
Customer service and resident engagement skills.
Event planning and coordination skills.
Teamwork and collaboration skills.
Time management skills.
Creativity and activity leadership skills.
Record keeping and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

Assist with planning and implementing daily activity programs for residents.
Lead group activities such as games, arts and crafts, music, exercise classes, and special events.
Encourage resident participation and provide one-on-one engagement when needed.
Escort residents safely to and from activity areas.
Set up and clean activity rooms and equipment.
Maintain activity supplies and assist with decorating for holidays and special occasions.
Document resident attendance and participation in activities.
Support residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities, including those with dementia or memory care needs.
Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff members.
Follow facility policies, safety procedures, and resident rights guidelines.