Activities - Activities Coordinator

Active Day•Lancaster, SC

19h

About The Position

The Activities Coordinator plans, facilitates, oversees, and evaluates individual and group therapeutic recreational programs at an Active Day center. Programs are based on members’ needs, interests, and abilities, and are designed to entertain, encourage interaction and relaxation, promote health, and improve members’ overall quality of life. The coordinator conducts assessments, organizes activities and related communications, and helps ensure members are engaged and safe. The role also includes participating in the selection, training, and supervision of staff and volunteers; managing activity supplies, equipment, and program areas; and coordinating with internal and external services to support quality care. The Activities Coordinator contributes to safety and quality initiatives, care planning, staff meetings, and ongoing assessments, and is expected to model a positive, dependable, and supportive approach while working with members, families, colleagues, and community partners.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least two years of activities experience, or full-time equivalent; healthcare-setting experience is preferred.
Meet additional requirements mandated by applicable state-specific regulatory guidelines.
Strong communication and engaging interpersonal skills.
Ability to multitask and manage time effectively.
Ability to work a flexible schedule.
Ability to stand and actively engage with members for extended periods and to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift up to 50 pounds.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Successful background check and, where applicable, completion of additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree.
Activities experience in a healthcare setting.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs.
Certified Activity Professional credential where required by state-specific regulations.

Responsibilities

Assess new members’ interests and abilities, determine suitable ways to engage them, and maintain accurate, up-to-date records.
Develop, plan, organize, and implement diverse therapeutic recreational programs; prepare and publish activity calendars and related communications.
Participate in interviewing, onboarding, and overseeing Program Assistants, C.N.A.s, other floor staff, and volunteers; maintain the master activities schedule and provide performance feedback as appropriate.
Manage activity supplies and equipment, and keep program areas organized, clean, stocked, and in good working order.
Participate in safety and quality initiatives, care planning conferences, and ongoing assessments.
Coordinate with nursing, transportation, social services, dietary, community agencies, and other ancillary services to support quality care.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service programs, and collaborate with the cross-functional team to improve the member experience and help achieve center goals.
Keep current with industry knowledge and trends through education, publications, networking, and professional organizations.
Assist members with activities of daily living as needed.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members, families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.