Activity Director - Avamere Rehab of Clackamas

Activity Director

Status: Full-Time

Location: Avamere Rehab of Clackamas - 220 E Hereford St, Gladstone, OR 97027

***Activity Director Certification (ADC) from the National Certification Council for Activities Professionals (NCCAP) and maintains certification while employed.  If one has Activity Director experience but doesn't have this experience, the Administrator is willing to help assist with getting this certification in the time allowed.

Apply at Teamavamere.com 

Essential Duties and Job Responsibilities:
Program Planning and Implementation:

• Develop and implement a comprehensive activities program that addresses the physical, mental, social, and emotional needs of residents.
• Create a monthly activity calendar, scheduling a variety of activities, including group activities, individual activities, and special events.
• Plan and organize activities that promote socialization, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity.
• Develop and implement activity care plans in coordination with the interdisciplinary care plan team.
• Ensure activities are safe, engaging, and appropriate for the residents' abilities and interests.
• Prepare activity areas and maintain equipment in a clean and organized manner.

Resident Engagement:

• Encourage and support resident participation in activities.
• Get to know residents individually to better understand their needs and interests.
• Assist residents to and from activities as needed.
• Promote a positive and supportive environment for residents.

Staff Supervision and Training:

• Supervise and train activities staff, including hiring, scheduling, and performance evaluations.
• Delegate tasks and provide guidance to staff.
• Ensure staff are knowledgeable about facility policies and procedures.
• Maintain accurate records of activities and resident participation.

Coordination and Communication:

• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, such as nurses, therapists, and social workers, to develop and implement care plans.
• Communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings.

Compliance and Quality Assurance:

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations related to activities programs.
• Participate in quality improvement activities.
• Stay current with best practices in activities programs.

Budget and Resource Management:

• Develop and manage the activities department budget.
• Identify and secure resources for activities programming.
• Monitor expenditures and make recommendations to stay within budget.
• Cultivate relationships with referral sources, collaborating on planned activities benefiting the communities we serve.
• Coordinate volunteers from a variety of organizations and local groups to work with residents on special interests.

Requirements and Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Activity Director Certification (ADC) from the National Certification Council for Activities Professionals (NCCAP) and maintains certification while employed.
• Must maintain and have an active CPR/BLS during employment.
• Prefer experience in long term care, geriatric rehab, sub-acute and or critical care clinical setting.
• Experience in electronic medical records documentation.

At Avamere, we believe in taking care of our employees. We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes:

• Health Insurance: Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans. Low individual and family deductible.
• 401 (k) Plan: After 90 days of employment, with matching program.  
• Paid Time Off (PTO):  Accrue up to 4 weeks PTO per year, 6 holidays and accrued sick leave.
• EAP Canopy with unlimited telehealth mental health visits.
• Continuing Education and Higher Education Reimbursement.
• Generous employee referral bonus program.
• Flexible Spending Accounts & CERA:  Medical FSA, Dependent Care FSA and CERA (Commuter Expense Reimbursement Account).
• Professional Development: Opportunities for growth and development within the company.
• Voluntary Benefits: Life insurance, disability coverage, supplemental hospital, accident and critical illness coverage, Legal Services, Pet Insurance, discount programs and more.    

Avamere is an Equal Opportunity Employer and participates in E-Verify

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