SUMMARY

Plan, organize and direct the implementation and evaluation of activity programming for the residents. Assure that personalized, individual activity plans are developed and implemented meeting the interests, physical, mental and psychosocial needs for all residents.

ENTRY QUALIFICATIONS

• Two (2) years experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years in a health care setting.
• Completion and certificate of a State approved Activity Therapy Training Program
• Must be willing to participate in continuing education and have an understanding of health related problems and the normal aging process.
• Must work well with all residents in the facility and their families.
• Certificate or diploma as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

This list is subject to individual facility policies, procedures and practices, which may require additional duties and responsibilities.

• Plans, executes and evaluates a diversified activity program which meets the
  varied needs and interests of individual residents.
• Supervises, trains and evaluates Activities Assistants, volunteers, etc.
• Assures that each resident’s activity program is consistent with Plan of Care
  established by resident and interdisciplinary team.
• Maintains accurate and timely documentation according to Medicare/Medicaid
  certification standards.
• Participates in resident care conferences.
• Identifies and uses community resources consistent with interests and needs of residents.
• Coordinates staff relating to the activity program giving appropriate directions and feedback.
• Recruits community volunteers for resident involvement activities; coordinate
  scheduling and supervise their activities.
• Makes daily rounds regarding opinions/feelings/comfort with service and care
  provided by Activity Department.
• Plans and/or attends department specific and facility-wide in-service education.
• Maintains professional development relationship with local area professional
  groups in similar field.
• Accomplishes all tasks and responsibilities of Activity Services in compliance with state licensure department, federal Medicaid and Medicare certification and other state and federal licensure and certification body rules and regulations.
  Maintains current knowledge and understanding of the same.
• Respects and maintains residents’ dignity, individuality, privacy and
  confidentiality, knowledgeable of Residents’ Rights.
• Perform other duties as assigned.