Activity Director

JOB DESCRIPTION

Job Title: Activities Coordinator

Department: Activities

Reports To: Executive Director

FLSA Status: Non-Exempt

Summary:

The Activates Coordinator is responsible for planning, developing, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing Activities Programs in accordance with current existing Federal, State and Local standards, as well as the facility established policies and procedures. The Activities Coordinator will be responsible for ensuring that the spiritual development, emotional, recreational, and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.

In addition to the essential functions outlined herein, this position is considered to be a direct resident care role and therefore the incumbent shall meet and fulfill all applicable requirements as outlined in California Code of Regulation Title 22: Social Security, Division 5: Health Facilities, as well as the Health and Safety Code for the State of California.

Qualifications:

• Must be a high school graduate.

• Must have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, one year of which was in a full-time roll in a patient activities program in a healthcare setting.

• Must have worked full-time as an Activities Assistant/Aide in a long-term care setting for a minimum of one year. Essential Functions:

• Supports the philosophy, mission, commitment, vision, and values of the facility.

• Performs comprehensive assessments for each resident to determine his/her level of ability combined with past and current interests.

• Based on findings, develops an individualized program of activity pursuits that are meaningful to the resident.

• Completes MDS, RAPS in a timely manner, utilizing observation and assessment/monitoring tools.

• Documents resident response to care plans and evaluates individual resident activity care plans for effectiveness, through participation records, etc.

• Develops and utilizes a budget sufficient to maintain equipment and purchase supplies, enabling staff to provide for prescribed activity models.

• As an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizes cutting edge models of approach, such as music therapy, pet therapy, aroma-therapy, therapeutic touch, etc. to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, aggression and pain.

• Develops a variety of activity “tracks” to appeal to a heterogeneous resident population, including assorted lifestyle desires (such as individuals who prefer self-initiated activities), cultural diversity and age-appropriate choices.

• Utilizes the environment to provide both comfort and stimulation to the resident population.

• Assists residents and staff in orientation to time and place by strategic use of center-wide bulletin boards and appropriate holiday decorations or reminders.

• Arranges for speakers, presenters, advocates and clergy to interact with individuals and groups of residents.

• Supports residents’ needs and desires through one on one interaction, small group activity and large group meetings.

• Organizes resident activities into a clear format (calendars and other communication tools) as a resource residents and staff can use as reference tools.

• Assists residents and guests to activities with the help of direct care staff.

• Arranges and coordinates off-site activity trips, when available or appropriate.

• Provides a venue for resident activism through the resident council process; communicates expressed desires and concerns of those residents to Executive Director and appropriate department heads.

• Develops and maintains community volunteer efforts.

• Fosters sense of community with the center environment.

• Supervises Activities Aides.

• Performs other duties as deemed necessary.

• Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set out uppnCode of Conduct, LifeHOUSE policies and procedures, the Corporate Compliance Agreement, applicable federal and state laws, and applicable professional standards. Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

• Skilled in team building and collaborating with other disciplines.

• Articulate writing skills.

• Good oral communication techniques.

• Ability to assess resident moods and revise approach accordingly.

• Willing to advocate for resident needs and desires and protect resident rights.

• Knowledge in a variety of activity approaches.

• Willingness to learn about areas that impact resident population, i.e. dementia.

• Builds rapport easily.

• Enjoys working with diverse populations.

• Desire to improve and learn new methods.

• Ability to maintain confidentiality.

Disclaimer:

This description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work for this position. It is not intended to describe minor duties or other responsibilities that may be periodically assigned.

Job Types: Full-time, Part-time

Pay: $15.00 - $39.27 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Pasadena, CA 91103: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)

Work Location: One location