What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Specialist position at Mary Greeley Medical Center?
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Position Summary
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Under general supervision, performs recreation activities on assigned nursing units for physically, mentally, and or emotionally disabled patients from adult through geriatric ages.
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Position Responsibilities
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Unit Specific Position Responsibilities-
Acquires necessary equipment, supplies and resources to conduct activities.
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Plans and coordinates a schedule of activities groups based on needs of behavioral health populations.
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Facilitates a variety of groups/individual activities.
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Supervises/monitors patient performance and behaviors during activities and reports condition to nursing staff.
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Completes documentation related to activities according to department policy.
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Coordinates/communicates with other team members regarding patient's progress related to the plan of care.
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Maintains a safe environment.
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Qualifications, Knowledge & Experience
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Required Qualifications (Including any licensure, certification, education):
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Minimum high school graduate.
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Ability to assist personnel with patients.
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Ability to understand and communicate oral and written English; explain procedures and give information.
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Skill in the use of activities/recreation equipment and/or techniques.
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Ability to detect abnormal conditions and report appropriately.
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Able to function promptly and appropriately under a variety of health related conditions.
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Mandatory Reporter training or within 90 days of hire and must maintain throughout employment.
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Organizational Requirements:
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Maintain stroke education per regulatory requirements.
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Preferred Qualifications:
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Required Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
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Preferred Knowledge, Skills & Experience:
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Experience as activities coordinator in long term care or behavioral health setting is preferred.
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