Activities - Activities Coordinator

Active Day•Hopkinsville, KY

11h

About The Position

The Activities Coordinator plans, facilitates, oversees, and evaluates individual and group therapeutic recreational programs at a center. Programs are designed around members’ needs and interests to provide entertainment, encourage interaction and relaxation, promote health, and contribute to members’ overall quality of life. The role also supports the selection, training, and supervision of staff and volunteers and ensures compliance with company policies, procedures, safety requirements, and regulatory standards. The Activities Coordinator is expected to lead by example by maintaining a positive attitude, being a thoughtful, supportive, productive, and dependable leader and co-worker, keeping members safe, and working to enhance the health and happiness of the people served and those who care for them. The role may involve assisting members with activities of daily living and requires standing and actively engaging with members for extended periods, as well as bending, pulling, pushing, squatting, turning, transferring, and lifting up to 50 pounds. A flexible schedule is required.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required.
At least two years of activities experience, or full-time equivalent; preferably in a healthcare setting.
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; ability to bend, pull, push, squat, turn, transfer, and lift 50 pounds.
Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Word, Excel, and Outlook.
Successful background check and, where applicable, additional state-specific regulatory requirements.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor of Science degree preferred.
Prior experience working with seniors and/or adults with special needs preferred.
Certified Activity Professional credential may be required under applicable state-specific regulatory guidelines.

Responsibilities

Conduct therapeutic recreational assessments of new members to identify interests, assess abilities, and determine how to engage members and meet their needs; maintain accurate and up-to-date files and records.
Develop, plan, organize, and implement diverse therapeutic recreational programs; draft and publish related calendars and 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-evaluation 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 internal and external ancillary services, including nursing, transportation, social services, dietary, community agencies, and other resources, to support quality care.
Participate in staff meetings and in-service programs; collaborate with the cross-functional team and provide feedback and suggestions to enhance the member experience and help achieve center goals.
Keep current on industry knowledge and trends through educational opportunities, publications, networking, and participation in professional organizations.
Assist members with activities of daily living as needed.
Communicate positively, courteously, and professionally with members and their families, co-workers, referral agencies, and the community.
Comply with company policies and procedures and applicable safety and regulatory laws and standards.
Perform other duties and responsibilities as changed or assigned.