What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Director position at Jefferson Healthcare Center?
1. Plan, schedule and implement a program of individual and group activities based on resident's schedule.
2. Complete the activity component of the resident assessment within 14 days of admission and review and update the program as necessary, but at least quarterly.
3. Use the resident assessment protocols (RAPs) to determine whether to proceed to care planning for concerns related to a resident's activity program needs.
4. Gather data and document required ancillary assessments including but not limited to resident assessment protocol summary documentation.
5. Identify and document in the resident's care plan, the activity interests, needs and concerns of the resident. Care plans will be reviewed and updated as necessary but at least quarterly.
6. Document all interaction with resident and/or family in the assessment, care plan and progress notes as required by federal and state requirements.
7. Participate as a active member of the interdisciplinary team and attend all resident care conferences.
8. Plan and implement Reality, Orientation programs when appropriate.
9. Plan and conduct Resident's Council meetings.
10. Plan and implement evening and weekend functions as necessary.
11. Take part in-service education programs and attend all in-service session relating to Activity Program.
12. Recruit, schedule and supervise volunteers.
13. Organize and schedule community events related to resident's interests.
14. Supervise barber and beauty parlor activities as needed.
15. Plan, schedule and implement room visits and in-room activities for residents unable to leave their rooms.
16. Plan, schedule and implement indoor and outdoor activity programs.
17. Maintain an activity attendance record for each resident.
18. Assess needs and maintain an adequate supply of materials to implement activity programs.
19. Observe infection control procedures.
20. Follow Residents' Rights policies at all times.
21. Adhere to all facility policies & procedures and ensure they are adhered to by all responsible parties and carry out disciplinary action for non-compliance as appropriate.
22. Ensure adherence to the Corporate Integrity Program and the Performance Expectations at all times.
23. Perform other related duties as directed by the Administrator and/or person of authority.
Jefferson Healthcare, a skilled nursing facility in Jefferson, Ohio is currently seeking a full-time Activities Director.
Compensation based on years of experience.
We love out employees as much as we love our residents, and it shows through the working environment we provide. Often, you will see teamwork taking place, because we strive for a "Culture of Care".
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We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and promote a drug-free workplace. We also offer a number of benefits to full-time associates including, but not limited to: medical, dental, vision, disability, life, paid time off, tuition reimbursement and a voluntary 401(k) match retirement savings plan.
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