Activities Leader (58969)

WOODLAND POND INC•Village of New Paltz, NY

6d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Leader is responsible for assisting in the coordination of residents, volunteers, and staff in planning and implementing programs and activities for Health Center residents. This role involves encouraging resident participation, promoting social exchanges, and ensuring resident well-being through engaging activities.

Requirements

High school diploma or HSE.
Computer proficiency, specifically with Microsoft Office programs.
Minimum one year related experience.
Valid NYS driver’s license.

Nice To Haves

Associates Degree preferred.
Current CNA certification, preferred.
Experience working with people with dementia, desired.

Responsibilities

Understands and adheres to Resident Care Plans and dietary orders.
Assists in planning, organizing, and leading activities that encourage socialization, relaxation, overall wellbeing, and/or provides entertainment for all units.
Encourages resident participation and promotes social exchanges between residents through modeling and participation.
Actively participates in activity planning meetings, including presenting a standing report of challenges, successes, and recommendations for upcoming events.
Encourages residents to participate in activities based on known specific resident interest levels.
Completes initial assessment upon resident admission to the Health Center and other resident-related paperwork, as assigned.
Maintains daily resident attendance records.
Ensures resident newspapers and mail are delivered daily.
Monitors and requests for purchase equipment and supplies used for activities.
Decorates for events and keeps activity supplies organized.
Assists in publicity of activities.
Arranges and sets up virtual video calls according to schedule; updates list as needed.
Understands and follows the process/procedures related to resident outings.
Assists in the orientation of new volunteers; works collaboratively with same.
Escorts new Pet Therapy volunteers as directed.
Completes all required training and in-services.
Performs all other duties as assigned.