Activities Director

Waynesboro Health and Rehabilitation Center
Waynesboro, TN Full Time
POSTED ON 5/31/2024 CLOSED ON 6/29/2024

Job Posting for Activities Director at Waynesboro Health and Rehabilitation Center

All Your Needs. All Our Hearts.

Waynesboro Health and Rehab Center located in the quaint little city of Waynesboro, Tennessee offers Respite Care, Long term care, and Palliative and Hospice. This healthcare center offers care for residents and patients who rely on us for life enrichment and quality of care.

We offer an array of employment opportunities for all types of professional interests. We offer competitive wages and benefits, tuition assistance and professional advancement programs.

The community describes Waynesboro Health and Rehab as ‘family’, and we’re honored to serve every one of our residents with the most compassionate care for over 50 years.

Come join our enthusiastic team! It’s not just our promise, it’s our passion.

Shifts: 8am-5pm

Days: Monday thru Friday

Weekends: Only if needed for activity/holiday

Location: 104 J V Mangubat, Waynesboro, TN 38485

Compensation: $33,000-$38,000

Purpose: Plan, organize, and direct Activity Department operations in line with regulations, policies, and comprehensive assessments to meet residents' well-being.

Delegation of Authority: As Activity Director, possess administrative authority and accountability to execute assigned duties.

Job Functions: Identify and implement essential functions, including program development, policy coordination, and community planning.

Administrative Functions:

  • Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate activity programs.
  • Keep abreast of regulations, recommend policy changes, and assist in policy development.
  • Participate in community planning and discharge planning.
  • Conduct private resident/family interviews.
  • Assist with transportation arrangements and referrals.
  • Involve residents and families in activity program planning.
  • Maintain a working relationship with the medical profession.
  • Review workforce, coordinate with other departments, and implement changes.
  • Participate in facility surveys and address deficiencies.
  • Assist in infection control and quality assurance programs.
  • Maintain a reference library for compliance.

Committee Functions:

  • Serve on committees, providing reports and evaluating recommendations.
  • Attend department meetings and assist in recruitment and staffing decisions.

Staff Development:

  • Plan and conduct in-service training classes and orientation programs.
  • Encourage leadership training and attendance at outside programs.
  • Ensure staff participation in mandatory training.

Safety and Sanitation:

  • Assist in developing safety standards and monitor adherence.
  • Ensure adherence to safety regulations and infection control procedures.
  • Develop and maintain programs for disease monitoring.

Equipment and Supply Functions:

  • Recommend equipment and supply needs.
  • Ensure equipment is functional and supplies are on hand.
  • Develop efficient procedures for supply usage.

Assessment and Care Plan Functions:

  • Develop assessments and care plans for residents.
  • Encourage resident/family involvement in care plans.
  • Review and revise care plans regularly.

Resident Rights:

  • Maintain confidentiality and respect resident rights.
  • Participate in resident/group council meetings and address grievances.

Miscellaneous:

  • Conduct weekly inspections, handle emergencies, and ensure proper protective measures.
  • Work with consultants and assist in making resident appointments.
  • Coordinate activities, supervise, and develop activity schedules.
  • Encourage resident engagement in hobbies, crafts, and educational activities.

Requirements:

  • Must lift 25 pounds, push, pull, and move items a minimum of 50 feet.
  • Must either possess the Activity Director Certification or have 2 years of experience in Activities in a skilled nursing facility and be willing to take the test to be certified.

C ourage and Commitment to Exceed Expectations

O ptimistic about our Future

M otivate Yourself and Others

P atient Hearts Giving Passionate Care

A chieve Success with Integrity

S ervant Leadership, Valued Employees

S trength Through Perseverance

I nspired Excellence

O neness with Teamwork

N urture with Loving Kindness

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer. We maintain a drug-free workplace and perform pre-employment substance abuse testing. All your information will be kept confidential according to EEO guidelines.

Salary : $33,000 - $38,000

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$37,909 (25th)
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