Activities Coordinator (Health and Rehab)

Williamsburg Landing Inc•Williamsburg, VA

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About The Position

JOB SUMMARY The Activities Coordinator works under the direction and guidance of the Resident Engagement Manager and Health Care Administrator. The Activities Coordinator conducts activities based on the individual psychosocial needs of the residents in the Health & Rehabilitation Center (HRC). Questions of procedure or authority for action are referred to the Director of their department, and will not proceed without approval.

Requirements

Knowledge of dementia and the ability to work with and assist in developing programs for residents in varying stages of illness
Minimum of one (1) year work experience in social/recreational programs, preferably with residents in all levels of care is required
Qualified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Activities Professional Certification required; or eligibility to be certified by a recognized accrediting body within 6 months of hire
Ability to tailor activities to individual needs, and an inclination to work harmoniously within a team; proficient computer skills; ability to follow through on projects and assignments delegated by the designated supervisor; possess a genuine interest in the welfare and quality of life of all residents; general knowledge of the psycho-social needs of adults in various stages of dementia and knowledge of area resources and cultural activities; ability to exercise sound judgement and respond appropriately in the event of an emergency; ability to physically assist residents with activities provided; ability to safely lift and carry a maximum of 50 pounds

Nice To Haves

Activities Director Certified, Occupational Therapist/Occupational Therapy Assistant certified and Bachelors degree in related field preferred

Responsibilities

Develops, plans and implements individual and group activities programs; covers other areas of care as scheduled
Plans, schedules and implements individual, in-room activities and socialization for residents who are unable to leave their rooms or choose to stay in their rooms in HRC
Maintain resident assessments as required in their level of care; keep track of due dates, and upload assessments into electronic medical record system
Responsible for tracking budget and expenses for programs with guidance from supervisor; schedules performers and submits invoices for payment
Gathers and purchase supplies for programs as needed
Creates monthly activity calendar that provides programming that covers the seven dimensions of wellness; distributes to residents by paper copy monthly and to families by email monthly after approval from their supervisor
Collaborates with departments across campus, such as Transportation, Dining, Chaplain Services and others as needed
Documents residents’ activity attendance, and residents’ response to individual and small group experiences daily
Plans and attends group outings off campus as scheduled
Assists residents to and from scheduled activities; assists the resident in using assistive mobility devices safely
Works cooperatively with all Activities Coordinators to share resources and collaborate on events and programs
Provides weekend activities in rotation with other Activities Coordinators for all licensed areas
Ensures all residents are safe during any activity; takes all appropriate action to have a safe activity space, safely designed activities, and safe interactions; renders immediate emergency response if needed
Maintains vigilance to observe any unusual symptoms or signs of illness and reports same to nurse in charge; reports any indication of residents’ deteriorating physical, emotional, or mental health by noting such cues as uneaten food, deteriorating cleanliness, or conversations that indicate deep unhappiness or loneliness
Attends and/or communicates necessary information to assist the supervisor with family meetings or the interdisciplinary team conferences on a regular basis
Performs other duties as assigned