Memory Care Activity Assistant

Position Summary:  The Activity Assistant supports the Lantern Program Director (LPD) and facilitates activities for residents with varying cognitive abilities.  

Responsibilities: 

1. Lead group activities listed on the monthly activity calendar or as directed by the LPD.  
2. Assist with one-on-one activities for residents who are unable to participate in group activities.  
3. Document resident participation in group and individual activities. 
4. Encourage resident assistants to assist with activities.  
5. Assist LPD with inventory and ordering of supplies. 
6. Gather and organize activity supplies for scheduled activities. 
7. Clean and organize activity areas and storage areas as needed. 
8. Check all storage doors and closets to ensure that doors are locked.  
9. Assist with distributing snack and hydration to the residents. 
10. Gather residents for activities and meals. 
11. Assist with meal service as needed.   
12. Assist with resident ADL care as needed. 
13. Help recruit volunteers. 
14. Orient and guide volunteers in the community.  
15. Assist with resident outings including helping residents onto and off of the bus; supervising residents on the bus and off of the bus at a destination. 
16. Help plan and organize birthday celebrations, caregiver support groups and special events. 
17. Decorate the monthly Activity Calendar as needed. 
18. Assist with decorating the community for special events and seasons as needed.  
19. Take pictures during activities and events to submit to the LPD for weekly media submissions.  

Qualifications: 

1. High School Diploma. 
2. Valid driver's license and First Aid/CPR certification. 

Physical Requirements: 

1. Ability to assist in resident evacuation during emergencies. 
2. Meet general health requirements and perform physical tasks. 
3. Lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling, bending, and standing for extended periods.