Activity Coordinator - Altoona

Practical Administrative Solutions L.P•Altoona, PA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

Senior LIFE is an innovative home and community-based Medicare and Medicaid-funded program that provides all-inclusive healthcare services and support to seniors living in the community. Senior LIFE enables seniors to remain at home, enjoying the comfort and reassurance of familiar surroundings while receiving the care they need. The Senior LIFE staff live the mission of the program. Our team is committed to partnering with our seniors to remain at home through promoting open communication and shared decision-making while providing excellent care and services.

Requirements

Minimum of two years’ experience in a social or recreational role that specifically centers on the elderly community
Strong communication skills
Ability to thrive and inspire in a team-based setting
Ability to organize, prioritize, and effectively implement new practices and procedures
Desire to effect positive change within an underserved community
Valid driver’s license
Reliable mode of transportation

Responsibilities

Administering all activities functions as they relate to group and individual Plans of Care for Senior LIFE
Supervising and training activities staff
Managing all activities-based project assignments, including program execution on time and on budget
Developing and executing therapeutic programs, centering on social and recreational activities, always keeping focused on the unique needs of the center’s elderly population
Ensuring a safe, positive environment for all members as well as activities department staff
Ensuring activities staff alignment with the interdisciplinary care plan approach, while serving as a key voice on these larger teams
Providing individualized support and assistance for members requiring additional care during activities and programming
Ongoing inspection of and audits for activities, recreational spaces and equipment, ensuring compliance with all center, state and federal mandates
Managing and overseeing a number of administrative functions for the department, including relevant documentation to medical records
Participating in ongoing professional development and training to ensure full compliance with industry-wide protocol as well as to keep Senior LIFE’s activities program highly competitive in the marketplace.