Activity coordinator

Summary :

Easterseals of Mahoning, Trumbull and Columbiana Counties is looking for an energetic, compassionate team player to serve our clients and help make a difference.

We are currently looking for a full-time Activity Coordinator. This position will assist clients in the Adult Day Center in Mahoning and Columbiana Counties.

The right candidate for this position will be required but not limited to :

CORE VALUES :

Employees are committed to creating an environment that promotes health, happiness, independence, and safety by providing individuals with disabilities with increased opportunities for access, inclusion, and choice.

Our decision-making is guided by our values of integrity, respect, humility, welcoming, and determination.

JOB OBJECTIVE :

Administer, coordinate, and implement the Home and Community-Based Service programs in accordance with professional and ethical guidelines to ensure that activities meet the individual participant's needs, and interests and maintain or enhance the individual’s quality of life.

Basic Responsibilities :

ESSENTIAL DUTIES :

• Plan, schedule, and conduct social, physical, and educational activities that stimulate and maintain the participant's abilities as determined by the individual plan of care for Easterseals locations within Mahoning and Columbiana Counties.
• Plan and post the activity schedule or event every month and ensure implementation on a group or individualized basis as indicated by the participant's care plans.
• Inventory and process activity supply needs in accordance with established procedures to ensure the availability of resources to maintain ongoing care of participants.
• Implement effective communication techniques and provide direction to the client care staff to ensure continuity of care for all participants.
• Adapt activities to service all adults in Home and Community-Based Programs.
• Provide input into the review of program data, processes, productivity, and / or financial status to ensure efficient and effective management of human, fiscal, and material resources.
• Track and chart client interactions and provide measurable outcomes of all program activities.
• Maintain effective communication with community agencies, organizations, and referral sources to facilitate client service and to provide education / support to the client / family.
• Maintain and submit all required credentials / licenses necessary to the position as received, updated, and / or renewed.

Qualifications :

Bachelor's or associate degree in therapeutic recreation or related field, two years of experience in a related position or NCCAP certification;

knowledge of the population served by Home and Community Based Services.

CORE COMPETENCIES KNOWLEDGE / SKILLS / ABILITIES / ATTRIBUTES :

• Ability to complete an initial activity assessment on newly admitted participants and develop an individualized plan related to the participant’s psychosocial needs.
• Ability to assist with follow-up on concerns regarding the needs of the participant including financial, interfamily concerns, and personal needs.
• Utilize proper techniques to assist clients with activities of daily living such as ambulation, eating, toileting, and self-direction.
• Ability to safeguard, motivate, and assist participants in performing exercises and functional activities under the direction of the professional staff.
• Knowledge of behaviors associated with Alzheimer’s Dementia, Autism, ADHD, and related disorders and displays appropriate techniques used to prevent injury of self, participants, or others.
• Knowledge of abuse regulations and follows agency policies and procedures when incidents occur.
• Ability to remain current in skills through attendance at in-service training, continuing education classes, and certification courses.

EQUIPMENT USED / MACHINERY REQUIRED TO OPERATE :

General office equipment including computers and applicable software programs.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Frequent standing, walking, bending, stooping, and twisting.
• Frequent pushing / pulling / maneuvering of mobility devices such as wheelchairs.
• Must be capable of lifting a minimum of 30 lbs. without difficulty.

Additional Notes :

FLSA Status Non-Exempt / $16.00 per hour and $2, SIGN ON BONUS!Classification Full-Time 40 hours per weekBenefits PTO, ILL Time, Paid Holidays, Medical and Voluntary Benefits, (k), Flexible Schedule, No evenings or weekends. Drug-Free Workplace / EOE

Last updated : 2024-05-17