Activity Director

Pinnacle Health & Rehab at S.Portland; South Portland (ME); Presencial; USD 40 000 - 60 000; Tempo integral

Resumo da oferta

Pinnacle Health & Rehab at S.Portland seeks an experienced Activities Director to lead engaging programs meeting residents' physical, social, recreational, and spiritual needs. You will design and implement activities, assess resident preferences, and document plans to improve overall well-being.

The role involves coordinating volunteers, attending IDT meetings, and ensuring accessibility for all residents while collaborating with staff to align resources and goals.

Qualificações

• Education Dept–approved training or coursework required or preferred.
• Completed course prior to July 1, 1994 acceptable as alternative.
• OT or OTA registration with current credentials.
• Qualified therapeutic recreational specialist certification.

Responsabilidades

• Plan and execute activities including social events, outings, and entertainment.
• Conduct assessments to identify resident needs and design activities.
• Attend IDT meetings; develop and revise care plans; write progress notes quarterly.
• Ensure activities are accessible and inclusive for all abilities.
• Oversee activity supplies and equipment maintenance.
• Develop and implement volunteer programs related to activities.
• Encourage resident participation in religious activities as appropriate.
• Collaborate with staff regarding resident interests and resource availability.
• Coordinate and participate in Resident Council meetings; other duties as directed.

Conhecimentos

Excellent communication

Independent worker

Team player

Computer skills

Formação académica

DOE-approved training course

Course completed before July 1, 1994

Registered OT or OTA

Qualified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist

Descrição da oferta de emprego

We are seeking an experienced Activities Director to lead our team in creating engaging and fulfilling experiences for our residents. The ideal candidate directs and/or carries out an activity program that is designed to meet both the individual and group needs of the residents of the facility. Programs are to be designed to meet the psychological, social, recreational and spiritual needs and interests of the resident during waking hours. This is an excellent opportunity for a dedicated professional to make a meaningful difference in the lives of seniors.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute a variety of activities, including social events, outings, and entertainment programs, to promote socialization, recreation, and overall well-being among residents.
• Conduct assessments to identify the needs and preferences of our residents and design activities that meet those needs while keeping individual records of activity involvements,
• Attend IDT meeting to develop, review, and revise the plan of care for each resident and writing progress notes at least quarterly for those residents with problems identified on the plan of care in which the Activities Coordinator is involved.
• Ensure that all activities and events are accessible and inclusive for residents with varying abilities and needs.
• Oversee the management of activity supplies and equipment, ensuring that they are properly maintained and utilized.
• Develops and implements volunteer programs in relation to resident's activities.
• Encourages residents to participate in religious activities to fulfill their basic spiritual needs.
• Confers with other personnel and supervisors regarding residents interests, needs and limitations(in compliance with physician's orders) and availability of resources.
• Coordinates and participates in Resident Council meetings, unless otherwise directed.
• May perform other duties as directed by Administrator.

Qualifications:

• Having completed or being currently enrolled in a training course approved by the Department of Education; or
• Having completed an appoved course prior to July 1, 1994; or
• Is a registered occupational therapist or an occupational therapy assistant; or
• Is a qualified therapeutic recreational specialist.
• Excellent communication skills, with the ability to engage with residents and staff at all levels.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Computer skills are required