Activity Assistant – Full-Time

Come join our team at Albany Health and Rehabilitation and make a difference!

Are you energetic, creative, compassionate, and someone who enjoys bringing a smile to others? If so, we would love to have you join our Activities team!

At Albany Health and Rehabilitation, our work family is made up of talented and committed team members who are dedicated to making a difference in the lives of those we serve. Every job matters, and we believe the connections we build with our residents can make each day meaningful.

What We Offer

• Competitive starting wage with additional pay for experience
• Medical, Vision, and Dental Insurance
• $1,000 Employee Referral Program
• DailyPay – work today, get paid today!
• Monthly celebrations and employee recognition
• Quarterly Education Bonus Program
• A fun and rewarding work environment where you can make a difference every day

Activity Assistant Primary Responsibilities

As an Activity Assistant, you will help create meaningful, engaging, and enjoyable experiences for our residents. Responsibilities include:

• Assisting with planning, coordinating, and implementing resident activities
• Encouraging residents to participate in individual and group activities
• Helping with games, crafts, music, special events, outings, celebrations, and other programs
• Spending one-on-one time with residents based on their interests and needs
• Assisting with decorating and preparing for special events and holidays
• Helping create a positive, fun, and welcoming environment for residents
• Working closely with the Activities Director and other team members
• Supporting programs that promote residents' social, emotional, physical, and cognitive well-being

What We're Looking For

We're looking for someone who is:

• Friendly, dependable, and enthusiastic
• Creative and willing to bring new ideas to the team
• Comfortable interacting with seniors and building relationships
• Able to work independently and as part of a team
• Compassionate and committed to providing a great resident experience

If you love having fun, connecting with people, and making someone's day a little brighter, this could be the perfect position for you!

Apply today and join the Albany Health and Rehabilitation team!

Activities Assistant Essential Functions

• Activities Assistant will develop and implement activity programs which are appropriate to the residents based on varied backgrounds, emotional needs and interests
• Assisting the Activities Director with an evaluation of each resident according to their backgrounds, activity interests, abilities, physical limitations and need for meaningful activity programs
• Documenting activity plans and progress notes as directed
• Work closely with the Activities Director to plan and set up each assigned activity, which includes gathering supplies re-arranging rooms, etc.
• Assisting in the development and distribution of monthly activity calendars to residents and posting these calendars throughout the facility
• Assisting in the development and maintenance of facility newsletters
• Comply with safety requirements, infection control measures, and maintaining a clean work environment in accordance with facility policy
• Performing other duties as assigned by the Administrator

Activities Assistant Qualifications

• Must possess a High School Diploma or GED
• Knowledge on the use of personal computers, e-mail accounts, software programs such as Word and Excel
• Have a thorough understanding of the principles of best Activities practices
• Patience, a cheerful disposition, enthusiasm and willingness to handle residents based on whatever maturity and physical level in which they are currently functioning
• The ability to be discrete and protect the integrity of confidential information and stay within Corporate Compliance and HIPPA
• Previous experience in long-term care is preferred