Activity Coordinator Heath OH

PALS A CHRYSALIS HEALTH COMPANY LLC•Heath, OH

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The Activities Coordinator plays a vital role in supporting individuals in various activities, providing continuous and active involvement through the implementation of an Individual Service Plan based on each person's strengths and needs. This role involves direct supervision, teaching, and hands-on assistance with individuals in areas such as homemaker & personal care services, health & medical care, dietary & special menu orders, independent living skill development, vocational and community employment interests, adaptive equipment, mobility and safety awareness, transportation, and socialization & leisure skills. The Activities Coordinator functions as a team member with co-workers, the interdisciplinary team, and staff associates, implementing job requirements in both facility and community settings. Key responsibilities include managing all Activities Programs at PALS Chrysalis Health Adult Day Programs, maintaining the Activities budget across locations, assisting with the Activity Calendar, ensuring safe and proper execution of scheduled activities, and overseeing staff within the Activities programs, including proper ratios, equipment, curriculum, and training.

Requirements

Must have at least one (1) year of healthcare experience or working with disabilities individuals.
Current Drivers License with acceptable driving record is required.
Criminal Background verification, with acceptable clearance according to applicable rules and requirements.
Willingness to work flexible schedule and provide responsible supervision and assistance to adults with Developmental Disabilities.
Ability to work as a team member and communicate in a positive and effective manner with persons served, support staff, and others.
Demonstrates proficiency in verbal and written skills.
Ability to work with diverse groups and individuals.
Maintains current and annual training requirements.
Must successfully complete all criminal background screens as needed.
Must be able to safely drive a company vehicle.
Driving history must meet insurance carrier requirements.
Maintain current certification in CPR, First Aid, Crisis Intervention, Behavior Support Plan, and any other required training.

Nice To Haves

College degree from accredited University or equivalent thereof is preferred.

Responsibilities

Coordination of transportation needs to & from community events in all aspects of Activities programming.
Submission of daily attendance and reports changes in attendance in Activities program as necessary.
Assist in maintaining Activities program budgets.
Creates and ensures meaningful Activity programing is scheduled and facilitated per the monthly activity calendar.
Ensure all Activity equipment is in good working order, including but not limited to, programing, safety, mechanical, medical, etc.
Responsible for the overall supervision of the Activities group giving support in areas of vulnerability.
Responsible for reviewing and ensuring all Activity documentation is completed timely and accurately reflects the days programing. This includes, but is not limited to, transportation, billing, and program documentation.
Responsible for the submission of unusual incidents. This includes the assessment of risk to the individual’s health & safety and ensures proper notification.
Contributes to and attends weekly staff meetings.
Promotes a supportive environment by modeling the guidelines of company philosophy, confidentiality, people-first language, empowerment, and fair and reasonable treatment of others.
Responsible for building and maintaining professional relationships with community vendors to assist in Activities program planning.
Direct supervision and teaching- and “hands on” assisting with each person served, including but not limited to, homemaker & personal care services, health & medical care, dietary & special menu orders, independent living skill development, vocational and community employment interests, adaptive equipment and assistance supplies/items, mobility and safety awareness, transportation, socialization & leisure skills.
Implement all job requirements in the facility and/or community setting.
Maintain the Activities budget for all locations.
Assist in Activity Calendar.
Ensure scheduled activities are ran safely and properly.
Responsible for staff in the Activities programs, including but not limited to, proper staff ratios, proper equipment, proper curriculum, proper training.
Participates in personal and professional self-development to maintain or enhance work skills that allow for completion of job responsibilities.
Works independently, performing job functions with minimal supervision necessary.
Other related duties, as requested or necessary.