What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Director position at Heartwood Extended Care?
Activities Director
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Evergreen Healthcare stands as an excellent choice for those seeking a fulfilling career. Comprising a network of 11 skilled nursing and post-acute care centers across California and Washington, we take pride in bringing smiles to our residents and offering their families peace of mind. At Evergreen Healthcare, we are here to make a meaningful difference.
Job Summary:
Heartwood Extended Care in Tacoma, Washington is seeking a Activities Director to supervise and provide activity programs appropriate to meet the physical, social, cultural, spiritual, emotional, and recreational needs and interests of each patient/resident. Works with all disciplines to assist the patient/resident in reaching their highest level of independence. Plans and monitors leisure activities for recreation and therapeutic purposes, designed to enhance the quality of life of each patient/resident as well as maintain an open working relationship with the patient/resident’s family or guardian.
Essential Functions:
- Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the activity program.
- Assesses individual/group resident/patient needs and develops related meaningful morning, afternoon, evening and special programs.
- Establishes and maintains good public relations and rapport with community groups, in order to provide outside activities and special projects for patient/residents, (i.e. church services, special concerts, school group visits, etc.)
- Documents in patient/resident’s medical record as appropriate. Charts patient/resident’s attitude, participation level, etc.
- Attends patient/resident care conferences, updates activity care plans with progress notes, goals and treatment plans.
- Confers with and reports to Administrator on a regular basis or as particular situations require.
- Prepares and plans department budget for equipment, supplies, programs and labor and submits to Administrator for review, recommendation and approval. Seeks methods to control costs.
- Supervises Activity Assistant.
- Knows Resident Rights. Reports resident complaints to management.
- Reports all suspected violation of company’s HIPAA policies or procedures to Facility Privacy Designee
Education, Licensure, & Experience Requirements:
- Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is licensed or registered, as required, by the State and is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
- Has 2 years’ experience in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting.
- Valid driver’s license, and access to a private vehicle for business use may be required.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to follow directions and work independently with minimal supervision. Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other facility staff.
Benefit Highlights:
- Competitive Wages
- Medical Insurance
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Paid Time Off
Heartwood Extended Care
1649 72nd St E, Tacoma, WA 98404, USA
Evergreen Healthcare Group is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
