Purpose:

To plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the Activity Programs in accordance with current federal, state and local standards governing the facility, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to ensure that the emotional, recreational and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.

Qualifications:

• Must have at least twoyears experience within the last five years as a long-term care activity director or previous work experience of one year under a certified activity consultant;
• Completion of High School or GED
• Must be at least 18 years of age;
• Must be able to read, write and follow oral and written communication;
• Must speak and understand English;
• Patience, tact, enthusiasm and positive attitude toward the elderly.

Essential Job Functions: (With or Without Reasonable Accommodations)

A) Administrative Functions Duties:

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct a viable activity program based on the concept of meaningful engagement; assist in maintaining and expanding intellectual capacity, creativity, and life enjoyment; make rounds within the facility a minimum of four times throughout the day to provide assurance that residents have some form of basic stimulation provided ( a radio playing music, talking books, ready materials in room, etc.); assess residents using the minimum data set(MDS);complete the resident assessment protocols (RAI/RAPS); and develop a plan to assist the resident in becoming meaningfully engaged throughout the day and evening; compile and maintain current activity schedules / calendars; provide craft supplies, materials, library services, tapes records and Braille reading materials and assist and supervise residents with activities; assist bed bound residents with activities of choice, writing letters, running errands, making appointments etc.; ensure that necessary forms, charge slips, reports and progress notes are properly completed and contain information descriptive of the services provided and the residents’ responses to the services; participate in community planning, development and implementation of activities programs, resident assessments and discharge planning to meet the needs of the facility, resident and their families; and , coordinate the activities programs with residents, their families, staff members and community agencies through interviews, consultation and direct involvement in the programs; serve as the Resident Secretary for the Residents Council Meeting as requested by the Resident Council President.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, fine hand coordination, ability to read and write in English, ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel and support agencies and ability to remain calm under pressure.

B) Quality Assurance Functions:

Duties:

Assist in identifying and monitoring the spiritual, social, recreational and emotional needs of the residents through routine interviews, visits and consultations with residents and their families; promptly report to nursing personnel on a regularly scheduled basis and solicit advice from interdepartmental supervisors concerning the activities programs; ensure that nursing supervisors assist residents with selection of activities in compliance with physician’s orders and encourage patients to develop physical and educational skills through participation in activities; and , develop and maintain rapport with all services to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing activities for all residents.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, fine hand coordination, ability to read and write in English, ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel and support agencies and ability to remain calm under pressure.

C) Resident Rights Functions:

Duties:

Maintain resident confidentiality; treat residents with kindness, dignity and respect; know and comply with Resident’s Rights rules; monitor activities to ensure that resident’s emotional, recreational and social needs are met; and, review, promptly report to the Administrator and complete written reports of residents complaints and grievances.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Possess the ability to communicate with residents and ability to remain calm under stress.

Other Job Functions: (With or Without Reasonable Accommodations)

A) Planning and Inventory Functions

Duties:

Recommend to the Administrator the equipment, materials and supply needs for the activities program; assist in the order and purchase of equipment, materials and supplies as necessary, assist in developing and monitoring adequate and cost effective inventory control procedures; make periodic inspections of supplies and equipment to ensure that adequate levels are maintained and that the supplies are available for activities; forecast needs of the department and assist in preparing and planning the budget for the activities programs and submit to the Administrator for review; and, maintain written records of department expenditures.

Physical and Sensory Requirements:

Walking, reaching, bending, ability to communicate with residents, personnel, vendors and support agencies and ability to read and write in English.

Avante provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, Veterans' status, national origin, gender identity or expression, age, sexual orientation, disability, gender, genetic information or any other category protected by law. In addition to federal requirements, Avante complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, promotion, termination, layoff, recall, transfer, leaves of absence, compensation and training.

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