Activity Director

Clarkson Community Care Center•Clarkson, NE

12d•Onsite

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About The Position

Plans, organizes, supervises and directs all administrative and operational activities of the Activities Department.

Requirements

The activities program must be directed by a qualified professional who is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who: Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the state in which practicing and Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; or Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full-time in a therapeutic activities program; or Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or Has completed a training course approved by the State.
Good verbal and written communication skills and ability to exercise judgement.
Ability to maintain composure in stressful situations.
Strong leadership skills.
Positive attitude.
Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings, set and achieve goals.
Ability to be organized and efficient.
Basic computer skills.
CPR licensed and trained in first aid.
Ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language.
Must be a supportive team member, contribute to and be an example of team work.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.
Must have patience, tact, and willingness to deal with difficult residents, family and staff.
Must be able to relay information concerning a resident’s condition.
Must not pose a threat to the health and safety of other individuals in the workplace.
Must be able to move intermittently throughout the workday.
Meet general health requirements according to facility policy, including medical and physical exams and checking immunity status to various infectious diseases.
Ability to work beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary.
Ability to assist in evacuation of residents during emergency situations.
Ability to bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, perform overhead lifting and perform other common physical movements as needed for the position.
Agreement to abide by all standards, policies, and procedures of the facility, including the facility’s compliance and ethics program, is a condition of employment.

Responsibilities

Directing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the activities program designed to meet the social, psychosocial and therapeutic needs of the resident.
Completion of the activities component of the comprehensive assessment
Contributing to the comprehensive care plan goals and approaches that are individualized to match the skills, abilities, and interests/preferences of each resident in compliance with Federal and State regulations.
Directing the activity program includes scheduling of activities, both individual and groups, implementing and/or delegating the implementation of recreational, educational, cultural and arts and crafts programs, monitoring the response, reviewing and evaluating the response to the programs to determine if the activities meet the assessed needs of the resident, and making revisions as necessary.
Ensuring that scheduled program activities are carried out seven days per week.
Ensuring each resident is offered at least one (1) cognitive activity, two (2) recreational activities and three (3) ADL activities daily.
Overseeing the transportation of residents to social activities programs inside and outside the facility.
Assurance of resident safety during activities and items that are safety hazards are strictly controlled.
Overseeing the establishment of a Resident Council and responsible for its smooth operation and documentation such as meeting minutes and concerns expressed during the Council meetings.
Performing a variety of administrative functions pertaining to departmental operations, such as but not limited to, assisting with the orientation of newly hired staff; development of departmental policies and procedures; delegation of work assignments of staff; completion of employee performance evaluations and the development of formal and informal staff educational in-service programs to ensure the highest level of quality care possible is provided to residents.
Overseeing the facility’s volunteer program to include monitoring the activities of volunteer staff members to ensure that the rights of residents are respected.
Occasionally supervise student practices in Leisure Studies and related educational areas.
Monitoring the schedule and services provided by the Beauty Shop Operators.
Treating all residents with dignity and respect.
Promoting and protecting all residents’ rights.
Establishing a culture of compliance by adhering to all facility policies and procedures.
Complying with standards of business conduct, and state/federal regulations and guidelines.
Following appropriate safety and hygiene measures at all times to protect residents and themselves.
Maintaining confidentiality of protected health information, including verbal, written, and electronic communications.
Reporting noncompliance with policies, procedures, regulations, or breaches in confidentiality to appropriate personnel.
Reporting any retaliation or discrimination to HR or compliance officer.
Reporting any allegations of abuse, neglect, misappropriation of property, exploitation, or mistreatment of residents to supervisor and/or administrator.
Protecting residents from abuse, and cooperates with all investigations.
Reporting any occupational exposures to blood, body fluids, infectious materials, and/or hazardous chemicals in accordance with facility policy.
Participating in all life safety and emergency drills and trainings.
Fulfilling responsibilities as assigned during implementation or activation of the facility’s emergency plan.
Reporting work-related injuries and illnesses immediately to supervisor.
Following established infection control policies and procedures.
As a condition of employment, completes all assigned training and skills competency.
Preparing a monthly calendar of activities written in large print and posted in a prominent location that is visible to residents and visitors.
Assessing resident needs and develops resident activities goals for the written care plan.
Encouraging resident participation in activities and documents outcomes.
Reviewing goals and progress notes.
Properly documenting MDS reports and progress notes.
Obtaining necessary equipment and supplies and provides for their accessibility through organized storage.
Participating with the Administrator in developing a budget.
Contributing to the facility efforts to maintain and/or improve quality of care through participation in the following: Attends Care Plan meetings. Serves as a member of the QAPI Committee. Serves as a member of the Behavior Management Committee. Attends Department Head Meetings. Attends mandatory in-services.
Successfully completes the facility required training, and the Activity Director Licensure continuing education requirements.