Position Purpose:

The purpose of this position is to implement an activity program in compliance with requirements to meet residents' needs. Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates all recreational, social, intellectual, emotional and spiritual programs, in accordance with facility policy, the resident's care plan, and as directed by supervisors. Essential Job Functions -

Principal Accountabilities:

Oversees the Activities function and is accountable for its success. Implements programs of individual and group activities based on residents' needs. Completes the activity component of the resident assessment; reviews and updates the program as necessary. Interviews residents and/or family members to obtain activity preferences. Coordinates and assists residents in getting to activity locations within the facility. Conducts scheduled activities to promote the physical, social, and mental well-being of residents. Documents resident activity program attendance and ensures that all charted activity progress notes are informative, descriptive of the services provided, and indicate the resident's response to the service. Observes resident mood, behavior, and degree of involvement in facility activities and reports any changes or concerns to management. Conducts in-room activities programs for those residents who benefit from one-on-one visits. Coordinates and plans offsite field trips and transportation needs when necessary. Coordinates activities needs and requests with other departments to ensure that daily activities can be performed without interruption. Use the resident assessment protocols (RAPs) to determine whether to proceed to care planning for concerns related to a resident's activity. Completes necessary forms and reports. Maintains documentation of program activities.

Other Job Functions Performs other duties as assigned.

Minimum Requirements Education:

High school diploma or GED, or equivalent is required. AS or BS degree in business, healthcare, or related field is desirable.

Experience:

Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable.

Certification/License:

Must maintain a valid, unencumbered, State-issued Driver's License for facility location. Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA), in good standing, is desirable. Candidates are required to attain and maintain CPR certification within 90 days after hirer. Experience performing the essential functions of the position is desirable, CPR certification is desirable.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Effective verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement. Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations. Proficient in Microsoft Office. Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public. Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff. Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations. Ability to remain discreet and respect the privacy of residents, tenants, and/or guests. Sufficient ability to read, write, speak, understand, and communicate in English to complete work efficiently, effectively, and courteously. Must display positive attitude. Must demonstrate independence, initiative, self-discipline, conscientiousness, and dependability

Physical Demands/Environment:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties as required to meet the ongoing needs of the business and its customers. It is the policy of the Company to maintain a drug-free workplace as a condition of employment and/or continued employment. All employees and job applicants must abide by the terms of this policy. As a condition of employment, all employees must understand and abide by federal, state, and local regulations regarding access and disclosure of protected personal, medical, and confidential information

Job Type:

Full-time Pay:

$48,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance Health insurance Paid time off Vision insurance

Education:

High school or equivalent (Preferred)

Experience:

English:

1 year (Required) Senior care: 1 year (Required) Memory care: 1 year (Preferred)

License/Certification:

CPR Certification (Preferred)

Work Location:

In person