Position Summary
The position is to plan, organize, and direct a program of activities, which provides the opportunity for entertainment, exercise, relaxation, and expression, and fulfills the basic physical, psychological, social, and spiritual needs of our residents.
The position assists the physically, emotionally, and cognitively impaired individuals in our Memory Care Community. Reports to : Life Enrichment Director Essential Job Functions
- Assist the Life Enrichment Director as needed to develop, organize, and implement a program of activities to meet the social, emotional, physical and other therapeutic needs of our Memory Care residents as identified on the residents’ plan of care.
- Initiate and promote activities both within the community and outside the community, as weather permits, ensuring the safety and wellbeing of each resident at all times.
- Coordinate and verify that assistance is provided to residents for activities and events as necessary.
- Consistently maintain standards for activity scheduling and documentation established by policies and regulatory requirements.
- Solicit the involvement of the community (clubs, groups, organizations, agencies, churches, individuals, etc.) when planning community activities and events.
- Maintain detailed records of activity programs and participation of individual residents, identifying progress toward established care plan goals.
- Assist with maintaining a pictorial scrapbook of activities and events sponsored by the community during the year.
- Comply with the Residents’ Rights and Community Policies and Procedures.
- Must have compassion for and desire to work with the elderly in the Memory Care Community.
- Maintain confidentiality of resident and community records / information, HIPPA. Skills and Abilities
- High school diploma or GED.
- Prior experience in a resident activities program with an adult population preferred.
- Excellent creative and communication skills.
- Skill at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities.
- Must be able to read, write, speak, and understand the English language.
- Must be able to assist in the evacuation of residents.
- Must be computer literate and able to utilize company chosen software.
- Perform work tasks within the physical demand requirements of your position including standing, sitting, walking, lifting, carrying, pushing, pulling or otherwise move objects for extended periods of time.
30+ days ago