Senior Activity Director - Brickyard Healthcare

GENERAL PURPOSE

Responsible to ensure the development, organization and coordination of living center and community resources to provide comprehensive

Activity Services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident.

ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES

· Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an

individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings

· Update assessments and plans as needed and required by state or federal regulations

· Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meet the needs of facility residents

· Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, family and volunteers

· Manage facility Volunteer Program

· Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals

· In coordination with social services facilitate the residents in the organization and continued development of a Resident's Council

· Make job assignments and set priorities

· Serve as member of QAA committee

· Assist with new hire training, provide interim support during vacancies

· Assist with mock surveys,

· Assist with oversight of focus center, mentor/mentee connections, other miscellaneous assistance as needed

CODE OF CONDUCT

Must adhere to the Company’s Code of Conduct and Business Ethics policy including documentation and reporting responsibilities

QUALIFICATIONS

· As required by the state, currently licensed or registered in the state of practice as Activities Director, Social Worker, Occupational

Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA),

· Minimum two (2) years’ experience in social or recreational program within the last five (5) years

· Minimum one (1) year full-time experience in health care activities program

· Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred.

· Must be willing to travel when needed

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES & BEHAVIORS

· Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information

· Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels

PHYSICAL AND SENSORY REQUIREMENTS

Mobility, reaching, bending, lifting (minimum of 10 pounds), fine hand coordination, ability to read and write, the ability to understand and

follow written and oral instructions and directions, ability to travel, and ability to remain calm under pressure