Minimum Eligibility Requirements:
- High school diploma or equivalent. Bachelor’s degree in related field such as healthcare, social work, or gerontology preferred.
- 2 years’ experience working in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting
- Previous supervisory and/or management experience preferred
- Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and staff
- Strong documentation skills and basic computer skills
- Strong organizational skills and ability to re-prioritize daily tasks, in order to accommodate fluctuating needs of the residents and the Community
- Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner
- Experience in training and staff development and ability to motivate others
- Current and valid state driver’s license
- Provide Activities Director Certification by the state
Essential Functions:
Management
- Creates and displays a monthly Calendar of Events based on resident interest.
- Provide an activities program on a daily basis including evenings and weekends.
- Provide and conducts a plan of programs appropriate to the needs of the residents that includes, but is not limited to: Group social programs; Indoor and outdoor activities; Programming away from the Community; Spiritual programs and attendance at houses of worship; Opportunity for resident involvement in planning and implementation of the activities program; Creative activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama, educational programs; Exercise activities; One to one visits; Promotion of Community / community interaction
- Provides direct supervision for Community Programming staff, including hiring, evaluation, and discipline.
- Serves as member of Community management team and assists Administrator with other management duties as needed.
- Operates department within established budgetary guidelines.
- Assists with marketing responsibilities and networks with referral sources within the senior housing communities and senior centers at the direction of the Administrator.
- Assists with training to all staff members on related topics, and assists in maintaining staff training records as requested.
- Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers when appropriate.
- Foster family and community support of the program (e. g., through newsletters,
networking, programs which bring family members or members of the community into the
Community, etc.
Resident Care
- Provides new employee orientation on programming and aging sensitivity.
- Assists with development of training calendar.
- Acts as a role model to Community staff for communication and behavior management strategies, and in engaging residents in meaningful programs.
- Participates in resident and family care conferences as requested.
- Ensures that changes in resident condition are observed and reported appropriately to the licensed nurse.
- Participates in new resident family interview for resident history.
- Coordinates with HSD to ensure resident’s interests and routines are included in Plan of Care.
- Coordinates with outside groups and organizations to arrange programs for residents.
Resident Care Essential Functions, cont.
- In conjunction with Program Coordinator and Assistants, maintains a current social history and profile for each resident.
- Assists in maintaining an adequate inventory of supplies and equipment, and follows appropriate Community protocol for purchasing items/products.
- Supports the team in ensuring that all resident care is provided in a safe and effective manner, while consistently maintaining resident dignity, choice, and respect.
- Maintains knowledge of current OSHA and state regulations, and routinely monitors Community compliance with the regulations related to resident care.
Working Conditions:
- Able to work full-time
- Ability to travel locally if necessary, to participate in resident outings, purchase supplies and participate in networking activities.
Physical/Sensory Requirements:
- Medium work – Ability to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
- Must be able to see well enough to read and write English, use computer, and visually interact with residents, families and staff and visitors.
- Must be able to speak and hear well enough to verbally interact with residents, families, staff and visitors.
OSHA Category Classification:
II: Potential for exposure to blood-borne pathogens.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $26.00 - $28.00 per hour
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Employee assistance program
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Work Location: In person
