Activity Director/Program Aide

Family Service Association - Fall River•Fall River, MA

1d•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking a part-time (30 hours per week) Activity Director/Program Aide at our Bridgeview Adult Day Health Center. The ideal candidate will assist the Program Leader in the preparation and oversight of activities, daily activity functions of the program and assist in the development of social, educational and recreational programs. Family Service Association is a comprehensive private, non-profit social service agency dedicated to the development and implementation of services designed to provide strength and support to individuals and families throughout southeastern Massachusetts. Headquartered in Fall River, Family Service Association strives to increase the capacity of individuals and families to cope with the stresses of family life and interpersonal relationships in a positive, productive and health-improving manner. This agency is a leading provider of professional social services in the South Coast region of Massachusetts, with a 135-year tradition of high quality.

Requirements

High School Diploma.
Certified as a therapeutic recreation specialist or have at least two years of experience working in the social or recreational program within the last five years, one of which was full-time in an activities program in a health care setting.
Must maintain a valid drivers license with good driving record.
Must be able to successfully complete a MA State CORI check, CPS check and company paid, pre-employment physical, drug and alcohol testing and be enrolled in our drug and alcohol testing consortium.

Nice To Haves

Portuguese speaking applicants are encouraged to apply.

Responsibilities

Assist the Program Coordinator in duties assigned.
Plan and implement appropriate activities that meet the individual needs of each participant.
Assist in the recruitment and training of volunteers.
Assist Program Coordinator through the design of new ideas to increase and ensure program growth and quality.
Maintain individual participant records to include initial interest and ability assessment, quarterly program notes and daily activity log.
Participate in the bi-annual or quarterly review of each participant’s care plan.
Assist in the delivery of other required program services.
Develop a monthly calendar of activities and events.
Respond to report requirements of the appropriate regulatory agency.
Assist Program Coordinator with the implementation of policies and procedures.
Monitor and observe for on-going mental and physical limitations. Report to appropriate staff.
Assist with basic nursing care, including: Reporting all changes in body functions, Obtaining and recording vital signs, Assisting with personal care skills and safe participant personal hygiene and grooming, Assisting with ADL’s with various levels of functioning, including basic restorative nursing.
Recognizing, responding to, and reporting basic emergencies, following proper procedures, including the Heimlich Maneuver and CPR.
Assist and encourage participants with opportunities for socialization, education, group interaction and recreation.
Assist with meal procurement, service, and delivery and clean up in accordance with sanitary food preparation and USDA standards.
Occasionally provides transportation to and from community activities.