Job Description
NEW WEEKLY PAYROLL DEPARTMENT: Activities Summary Responsible for ensuring the development, organization and coordination of living center and community resources to provide comprehensive Activity Services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident. Essential job duties and responsibilities Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings Update assessments and plans as needed and required by state or federal regulations Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meet the needs of facility residents Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, family and volunteers Manage facility Volunteer Program Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals In coordination with social services facilitate the residents in the organization and continued development of a Resident's Council Make job assignments and set priorities Serve as member of QAA committee CODE OF CONDUCT Must adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities. Qualifications As required by state, currently licensed or registered in state of practice as Activities Director, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist High school diploma or equivalent CNA certification Minimum two (2) years’ experience in social or recreational program within the last five (5) years Minimum one (1) year full-time experience in health care activities program Certification as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, preferred Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels Physical and Sensory. Requirements (With or Without the Aide of Mechanical Devices ): Walking/mobility, reaching, bending, lifting, transferring and repositioning residents, grasping, pushing and pulling, fine hand coordination; ability to distinguish smells, tastes and temperatures; ability to hear and respond to pages; ability to read and write; ability to understand and apply training and in-service education; ability to instruct other staff in training education and staff meetings; ability to communicate with residents and others; and ability to remain calm in emergency situations and when handling multiple tasks. Job Type: Full-time Benefits Dental insurance Employee assistance program Health insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Tuition reimbursement Vision insurance Schedule: 8 hour shift Experience: Long term care: 1 year (Preferred) Work Location: In person