Activities Coordinator

Jonas Ridge assisted living; Newland (NC); On-site; USD 32,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay Through PayActiv

Shift & Weekend Pay Differentials

Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

Holiday Pay

Paid Time Off

OnShift Scheduling via App

Flexible Scheduling

On-the-Job Education Opportunities

Job summary

Jonas Ridge Assisted Living is seeking a caring Activities Coordinator to lead resident engagement and plan diverse programs. You will schedule 14 hours of activities weekly, create monthly calendars, and coordinate social, recreational, and educational activities while maintaining budgets and supplies.

The role requires completion of a state-approved program within nine months and a valid NC driver's license; PCA/CNA and medication aide certifications are preferred.

Qualifications

• Completion of a state approved Activities Coordinator Program within nine months of employment.
• Valid NC Driver's License required.
• PCA or CNA certification preferred.
• NC Adult Care Medication Aide Certification preferred.

Responsibilities

• Obtain required certification or provide oversight by certified individual.
• Plan 14 hours of activities weekly tailored to residents.
• Prepare a monthly calendar and post in large print.
• Provide social, recreational, and intellectual activities for residents.
• Meet with administrator bi-annually to review program.
• Assist residents with transportation related to activities.
• Plan at least one outing every month.
• Maintain calendars, budgets and purchase supplies as needed.

Skills

Compassionate care

Resident engagement

Education

State-approved Activities Coordinator Program

Job description

We are looking for caring and compassionate people to join our team and share their talent of engaging others.

**We are currently offering a Sign-On Bonus - please inquire during your interview**

Team Member Benefits Offered

- Daily Pay Through PayActiv

- Shift and Weekend Pay Differentials

- Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance

- Holiday Pay

- Paid Time Off

- OnShift Scheduling available through SmartPhone App

- Flexible Scheduling

- On-The-Job Advancement and Education Opportunities

Certification Requirements

This job requires completion of a state approved Activities Coordinator Program within nine (9) months of employment, or direct supervision and oversight person with this certification. The employee must have a valid NC Driver's License. Previous PCA or CNA certification preferrred. Previous NC Adult Care Medication Aide Certification preferred.

Description

• Obtain required certification or provide proof of oversight by certified individual.

• Demonstrate involvement with all residents, staff, residents’ families, volunteers, and community resources.

• Maintain an updated resident’s interest list, as well as, individualized preferences and abilities for each resident.

• Complete activities assessments on all new admissions.

• Plan 14 hours of scheduled activities weekly, taking into consideration the unique needs and interests of all residents within the facility.

• Prepare a monthly calendar for planned activities and keep it posted in an easily accessible area, in large print.

• Update calendar as needed.

• Provide activities for residents that include social, recreational, diversion, intellectual, volunteer, and work-type themes.

• Meet with the administrator at least bi-annually to evaluate activities program and discuss strengths and weaknesses.

• Assist residents with transportation as related to activities program.

• Plan at least one outing every month.

• Take inventory and purchase supplies for activities as to operate within the facilities budget.

• Create a monthly budget and expense projection to be submitted with calendar for approval in the fourth week of the preceding month.

• Keep all pertinent receipts for submission to Administrator for review.

• Maintain self-respect, personal dignity, and physical safety of each resident.

• Report and document any accidents/incidents to the Supervisor-In-Charge or activate the chain of command as appropriate.

• Work cooperatively with other departments within the facility, and relate favorably to persons outside of the facility.

• Respect the confidentiality of resident’s and their medical records.

• Uphold the rights of residents and assist residents in understanding these rights, as well as, the expectations of the facility.

• Assure proper treatment and handling of facility property and utilization of supplies.

• Photograph and document engagement activities and maintain the social media sites of the community.

• Be familiar with the facility policies and procedures, as well as, fire safety plans, emergency procedures, and chain-of-command.

• Complete job-related training as is required by the Administrator.

• Perform other related duties as delegated.

Physical Requirements

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to sit; talk; or hear. The employee is occasionally required to stand; walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel; reach with hands and arms; and stoop; kneel; or crouch The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distance vision and depth perception.