Director of Activities
4 weeks ago
**Director of **Activities**
**SHIFT**:Full Time/ Exempt
**SALARY**: $45K - $55K
**BENEFITS**:
- Weekly Paychecks
- Referral Bonuses
- Peer Mentorship
- Generous Paid Time Off
**JOB DESCRIPTION**:
- Are you looking for a career that has purpose, makes a meaningful difference in someone’s life and is worthwhile?_
Taconic Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing at Hopewell, in Fishkill**, NY**, is seeking an** Activities Director** to become a member of our elite Taconic Mission Makers team. Our nursing and rehab facilities are rated among the highest in the nation and are comprised of Mission Makers who are compassionate, dependable, courteous and informative. These premier traits are the “Keys” that guide us to create a cohesive culture for those who live and work in our facilities. **Most of all, compassion is required**
**RESPONSIBILITIES**:
- Demonstrates knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents (i.e. physical, cognitive, and socialization factors) in carrying out activity programs.
- Demonstrates knowledge, skills, and techniques necessary to carry out activities for residents with the following needs: therapeutic, neuro & dementia, dialysis, IV therapy, and infectious diseases if applicable.
- Development of monthly activities schedule based upon individual and group needs, interests and capabilities which is accessible to residents and staff and can be easily read.
- Utilize Point Click Care (“PCC”) to Identify and document the activity interests, participation, response to activities program, needs, and concerns of the resident in the care plan. Review and update care plan as necessary but at least quarterly.
- Documents all interaction with resident and/or family in the assessment, care plan and progress notes as required by federal and state requirements
- Documents all interaction with resident and/or family in the assessment, care plan and progress notes as required by federal and state requirements.
- Provides statistical information as required by the NYS DOH.
- Acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team and attends all resident care conferences (or designee)
- Resident Council liaison
- Demonstrates ability to adjust to changes in unit/shift assignments to meet resident and family needs.
- Demonstrates knowledge of and complies with the Code of Conduct and Corporate Compliance Program when performing work functions.
- Responsible for the selection of safe and adequate space, equipment, and supplies needed for the operation of the activities programs.
- Responsible for the selection and evaluation of activities.
- Functions as the facility volunteer coordinator (interviewing, scheduling, recruitment, retention, recognition).
- Assigns duties and supervises all activities, staff and volunteers.
- Participates in public relations/marketing/community relations events.
- Maintains attendance records for resident activities, on a daily basis.
- Responsible for use of Activities Van
- Keeps an up-to-date Kardex of residents’ birth dates. Development of organizational procurement strategy and plans, including investment, resource and skill requirements
- Is aware of, and adheres to, Resident’s Bill of Rights and Confidentiality of Resident Information
- Interacts with residents, family members, co-workers, clinical and ancillary staff in a non-judgmental, supportive, and calm manner
- Addresses resident and family satisfaction issues immediately by reporting them to the Supervisor in a professional manner
- Identifies actual or potential problems and devises an action plan for resolution. Implements solutions and monitors outcomes using judgment skills to choose the best course of action.
- Is aware of Resident Abuse Reporting Law
- Participates as assigned in the orientation of new staff and demonstrates a positive, helpful, and enthusiastic attitude
- Recognizes, removes, and/or reports potential hazard
- Follows established safety rules/accident prevention
- Follows universal Precautions and Infection Control techniques.
- Addresses residents in a respectful manner. Interacts positively with residents, family members, and visitors under a variety of conditions and circumstances.
- Maintains HIPAA privacy, security and confidentiality standards. Discusses confidential resident information in appropriate areas only
- Actively participates in Quality of Life Subcommittee and other committees as directed by the Administrator.
- Sets high standards, seeking to “raise the bar”, exhibits commitment to strive for and exceed expectations.
- Fosters a spirit of teamwork and positive attitude.
- Effectively communicates, assists, and cooperates with other personnel and interdisciplinary teams. Utilizes conflict management skills to move toward resolution of interpersonal challenges that affect the work environment negatively.
- Provides direction for surrounding staff members, assisting them to perform their workload independe
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