Rcfe Activity Coordinator

The RCFE Activity Assistant provides therapeutic activities to residents that are designed to meet their interests and to improve the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident. Assist residents to maintain life-long interests and self-esteem while promoting physical, cognitive, and emotional functioning.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Promote, coordinate, prepare and carry out individual and group activities that meet the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident. Ensure that all residents are informed of activities, that staff encourage participation, and that transportation is provided when needed
• Provide bedside activities for residents that reflect interests of residents, offered at convenient times that appeal to men and women, and include special and seasonal events
• Adapt activities to match the cognitive and physical functional levels of the residents through the use of task segmentation, verbal prompts, set-up assistance, physical assists and demonstrations
• Assist in the development and distribution of the monthly activity calendar and newsletter
• Able to express self adequately in written and/or oral communications. Ability to interact effectively, motivate and engage residents, provide leadership and act as a role model for residents and facility staff
• Demonstrate knowledge of and respect for the rights, dignity, and individuality of each resident in all interactions. Maintains confidentiality of resident and facility information.
• Promotes the highest possible quality of life and level of independence for every resident.
• Acts as a resident advocate when necessary and is a mandated reporter of abuse.
• Maintain current knowledge of resident status, special needs, and other relevant information that may impact the activity program.
• Facilitate orientation in activities and using calendars, bulletin boards, music, seasonal and holiday decorations
• Monitor physical environment for safety hazards. Maintain activity equipment and supplies in the proper storage areas. Maintains activity space in a clean and orderly manner that appears homelike and is safe for residents.
• Compliance with the department safety program, hazard communication and infection control. Follow facility procedures for hand washing, standard precautions, and personal protective equipment to prevent the spread of infection and promote environmental health
• Current knowledge of and compliance with all applicable facility policies, procedures, and licensing regulations.
• Knowledge of emergency and disaster plan. Ability to remain calm and direct others in case of emergency. Provide first aid, as necessary. Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely through the building, to assure resident safety at all times.
• Attends required orientation, training, and on-going in-service education program. Actively participates in the education process to ensure appropriate content is presented and incorporates information into daily routine. Assist with on-the-job orientation for volunteers and new employees.
• Successfully complete training requirements required by the Department of Social Services, Community Care Licensing Division, Residential Care Facility for the Elderly Regulations and NEMS Assisted Living in a timely manner
• Performs other job duties as required by manager/supervisor.