An Activities Director oversees the therapeutic and recreational activities for geriatric groups. They may work in a retirement home, nursing home, senior center or healthcare setting.
SUMMARY The Activity Assistant is responsible for assisting the residents within the roles of the Life Enrichment Department in accordance with current standards, guidelines and regulations, company policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Activity Director to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychological well- being of each resident. The Activity Assistant is also responsible for implementing planned and unplanned wellness programs for families to meet their identified needs and conducting staff in-services. Responsible for activity programming in Independent Living. Make recommendations to the Activity Director regarding resident preferences, calendar items, scheduling, and programming.
Reports to:
Activity Director.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position. 1. Primary responsibility is to assist with a creative social atmosphere throughout the property and promote resident and family participation through regularly scheduled events, activities, special programs and guest speakers, movie showings, exercise sessions. 2. Assist with the coordination and attendance of special functions and activity programs for major Holidays. 3. Ensure activities and events acknowledge and meet the cultural, religious and ethnic diversity and interests of the residents and their families. 4. Follow standards set forth by the move-in evaluation/lease information 5. Actively encourage resident participation in all activities. 6. Actively engage in residents' activities. 7. As directed, plan, schedule, prepare and conduct staff in-services. 8. Assist in the coordination of transportation needs of the residents and assist with the transportation schedule for all events, activities and appointments. 9. Ensure knowledge remains current regarding senior activities through completion of continuing education courses and networking opportunities with other community professionals. 10. Support the Activity Director in referral source development efforts, work cooperatively with Community Marketing Directors and assist with marketing events held at the community to build the census of the property. 11. Assist with the "New Resident Welcome" program at the community. 12. Assist with Resident Birthday" program at the community. 13. Assist with set-up of special events. 14. Aid in community marketing effort through demonstrated proficiency and willingness to conduct community tours, participation in all required marketing events and through positive/friendly interaction with all potential residents, family members and referral sources. 15. Participate in daily "Stand-Up" and/or other meetings to communicate key issues within the department in the Activity Director's absence. 16. Obtain and maintain all state required certifications/licenses. 17. Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. 18. Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress. 19. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards. 20. Perform other duties consistent with position as assigned by the Activity Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education & Experience:
Prefer at least two-years of college coursework. Prefer one (1) year experience directing an activity program in a long-term care setting.
Mathematical Skills:
Ability to perform simple mathematical calculations for preparing reports.
Reasoning Skills:
Understand complex issues and ability to carry out plan of action on own initiative.
Oral/Written Communication Skills:
Demonstrates sound communications skills, both verbally and written in dealing with residents, staff, families, visitors and physicians. Must be able to speak, read and write English.
Equipment Used:
Be proficient in basic office equipment (including a personal computer, desktop applications, mobile applications, mobile (smart) devices, and phone systems) for the purpose of accomplishing and maintaining a high level of job performance.
Physical Effort:
Be mobile and able to perform physical requirements of the job. Will require physically assisting residents during activities.
Personal Characteristics:
Displays sincere compassion towards cognitively impaired older adults. Demonstrates genuine concern for the physical and emotional needs of older people and their families.
Working Conditions:
Well-lighted, safe office with appropriate ventilation and temperature levels. Will be working in all resident care areas of the facility. Will accompany residents on outings outside of the property.
Minimum Age:
Due to auto carrier's restrictions, must be at least twenty-one (21) unless not going to drive for the facility, then minimum age is (18)
