What are the responsibilities and job description for the Health Center Activities Coordinator position at Westminster Towers?
Working at Westminster Towers is more than just a job. It is truly being a part of our family here. We are a committed team of professionals who are passionate about providing the best care and hospitality for the senior adult population. Each role and position on our team is an important part of what makes our retirement community a success.
The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning and coordination of the Skilled Living and Long-Term Living programs of therapeutic and recreational activities, including those that provide physical, social, spiritual, intellectual, and emotional stimulation.
When working in a skilled, long term care facility, must be eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body. Successful completion of an accredited training program approved by state preferred.
Essential Functions
Plan, schedule and implement an ongoing program of individual and group activities based on residents’ interests and needs, including weekend and evening activities.
Complete assessment of resident’s activity needs within 5 days of admission and re-assess on an annual basis, or as frequently as required by state and federal regulations.
Identify and document in the resident’s care plan their individual interests, needs, and problems. Progress notes and care planning updates will be completed every 6 months, or as condition changes.
Report changes in residents’ conditions to nursing staff and make therapy referrals when necessary
Document all interaction with resident and/or family in the assessment and care plan as required by regulatory standards.
Ability to act as an active member of the interdisciplinary team and required to attend all resident care conferences.
Plan and conduct Residents Council meetings at least monthly.
Request volunteers as needed and supervise volunteers while with residents.
Organize and schedule community events and outings related to residents’ interests.
Plan, schedule and implement room visits and in-room activities as needed.
Maintain an attendance record for each resident present for a group activity.
Observe infection control procedures.
Be responsible for the safety of residents under his/her supervision.
Attend all mandatory in-service programs as directed.
Take part in in-service education and attend all in-service sessions relating to Life Enrichment.
Assume accountability for data contained in the employees’ handbook.
Perform other related duties as assigned.
Observe all facility safety policies and procedures.
Observe Resident’s Rights policies at all times.
Maintain the confidentiality of all resident information including protected health information. Report known or suspected incidents or unauthorized disclosure of such information.
Must complete an annual mandatory HIPAA training session.
Job Type:
- Full-time (weekends as needed)
Benefits:
- Dental insurance
- Flexible spending account
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Retirement plan
- Vision insurance
Schedule:
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday (Evening availability)
- Every other Weekend as needed
Ability to commute/relocate:
- Rock Hill, SC 29732: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)
Job Type: Full-time
Schedule:
- Evenings as needed
- Every weekend
- Holidays
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Work Location: In person
