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Assistant Activity Director
Location:
Bryan, TX
Description:
DEPARTMENT: Activity Department SUPERVISOR: Registered Activity Director (RAD) and/or Corporate Designee Summary The purpose of the Assistant Activity Director position is to provide support for the Registered Activity Director (RAD) in developing and carrying out activities that enhance the residents' quality of life. The activity department orchestrates group, individual, and one-on-one activities. Activity programs operate within established policies and procedures as well as budgets. The goal of the Activity Department is to maintain self- confidence in residents, provide a sense of community, encourage socialization, improve physical and mental using mental and sensory stimulations, encourage participation is leisure activities, and develop a plan of care to improve and/or maintain each residents' psychosocial well-being. Job Duties The following represents the essential functions of the Assistant Activity Director's role. This list is intended to be a general description of duties and responsibilities; however, it is subject to change according to the needs of the facility determined by the Registered Activity Director and/or Administrator. The Assistant Activity Director will assist with the development of the Activity Department's programs. The Assistant Activity Director will be a member of the Interdisciplinary Team (IDT Team). The Assistant Activity Director will participate in Daily QA (Morning) Meetings, Monthly or Quarterly QA meetings, Safety Meetings, Care Plan Meetings, Resident Council Meetings, in-service training, and continuing education as directed by the RAD and/ or Administrator. The Assistant Activity Director will assist with resident assessments with supporting documentation when needed and do so timely. The Assistant Activity Director will identify needs and concerns recognized during assessments and assist in the development of an activity plan designed to address those individual needs of the resident. The Assistant Activity Director will assist with documenting resident activity participation. The Assistant Activity Director will work with the Registered Activity Director to develop meaningful activities designed to meet the needs and interests of all residents. The Assistant Activity Director will make introductory visits with new residents within timeframe allotted by the Administrator or within 24 business hours. The Assistant Activity Director will lead and assist with group activities, individual activities, and/or one-on-one activities, including activities for residents who are bed bound, cognitively impaired, and residents with behaviors. Some activities may take place on holidays, weekends, or after hours. The Assistant Activity Director will post Monthly Activity Calendars in residents' rooms and in a conspicuous area timely each month. The Assistant Activity Director will aide in the production of the activity calendar, facility newsletters, and social media posts within the given deadlines. Social media posts should be quality and proper while representing the values of Legacy. Social media consents are required for all residents before posting. The Assistant Activity Director will help oversee the Volunteer Program. The Assistant Activity Director will participate in community events and/or special marketing projects when requested. The Assistant Activity Director will be expected to participate in emergency situations that require evacuation or sheltering- in-place. The Assistant Activity Director will assist with evaluating the effectiveness of the activity programs and take initiative to try new methods and use best practices. The Assistant Activity Director will make facility rounds to be visible and available to the residents, visitors, and staff. The Assistant Activity Director may attend new hire orientation program when requested to greet and brief new co-workers on the function of the Activity Department. Must act in ways that promote professional and positive representation of the facility to the community. Communicates in a professional and courteous manner using effective verbal and non-verbal communication skills with residents, their families, co-workers, and vendors. Maintains confidentiality of department, resident, employee information, communication, and documentation as well as compliance with the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) regulations. Clocks in and out for all working/training hours. Working off the clock will not be permitted at any time or for any reason. Maintain compliance with Legacy's Compliance program and plan. Adhere to Legacy's Code of Conduct and Dress Code. These duties are not all-inclusive but provide minimum performance expectations which will be reviewed in the evaluation process. Supervisor may edit, alter, add to, or exclude duties and responsibilities based on the needs of the facility. QUALIFICATIONS/ EXPERIENCE/ REQUIREMENTS: Minimum Qualifications Freedom from illegal use of drugs. Freedom from use and effects of drugs and alcohol in the workplace. Anyone found guilty by a court of law of abusing, neglecting or mistreating individuals in a health care related setting are ineligible for employment in the position. Education and/or Experience High School diploma Experience in Long-Term care setting preferred but not required. Certifications, Licenses, Registrations: Registered Activity Director certification preferred but not required.
Company:
Legacy Nursing And Rehabilitation
Posted:
December 26 2023 on ApplicantPro
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