What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Coordinator - 236758 position at Medix?
Organizes and implements social and recreational activity programs designated to effect improvement in client’s physical, mental and social well-being. Perform other duties as assigned.
ESSENTIALS DUTIES
- Organizes and implements social and recreational activity programs designated to effect improvement in client’s physical, mental and social well-being, such as :
- Sports, exercise
- Nature study
- Social activities
- Games
- Arts and crafts
- Consults with other members of the treatment team in order to select the most appropriate recreational activities consistent with the needs and capabilities of each client. Coordinate other program activities.
- Ensures adequate inventory of supplies and equipment.
- Maintains tools and equipment.
- Participates effectively in interdisciplinary and staff meetings.
- Contacts outside agencies and / or individuals to arrange for excursions, entertainment, volunteers and donations.
- Bills for activities in a timely manner.
- Drives the van to transport clients to scheduled activities.
- Participates and contributes in hospital staff conferences regarding clients, treatment and programs.
- Assists with paraprofessional counselor duties.
- Facilitates educational, social, independent living skills, vocational, and health discussions / activities with other program staff
- Evaluates and documents client’s reactions and progress to recreational and social activities through up-to-date charting and reports for review by the treatment team.
- Secures proper medical attention for clients who are injured during outings.
- Schedules activities to facilitate the social and occupational rehabilitation of clients through participation in sensory / motor, educational, recreational and social events.
- Discusses and develops vocational interest through clients groups.
- Assists colleagues and other team members.
- Works cooperatively with applicable staff and with other departments.
- Responsible for keeping all client data confidential.
- Responds appropriately to emergency situations.
- Maintains an objective, professional relationship with clients at all times.
- Contributes to the maintenance of a positive work environment.
- Wears I.D. badge at all times while on-duty or on hospital property.
- Responsible for policy, procedure and safety suggestions to the Program Director, Operations Administrator and Administration in regards to activities
- Completes all job duties in a prompt, accurate, and thorough manner.
- Demonstrates dependable and consistent attendance according to work schedule.
- Willing and able to work with coworkers, treatment staff and Administration.
- Responds appropriately under difficult or stressful circumstances.
- Performs other duties as assigned
Schedule : Sunday - Thursday or Tuesday-Saturday Schedule
Locations Hiring : Los Angeles, CA, 90015 or 90023
