GENERAL SUMMARY:

Under the supervision of the Program Director, the Activity Coordinator of Iredell Adult Day Services (IADS) assesses the needs, interests, and capabilities of participants and develops recreation plans. In addition, collaborate with other Activity Assistants to plan, organize, direct, and participate in a comprehensive recreation program tailored to the general and individualized needs and limitations of frail elderly program participants.

QUALIFICATIONS:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
1. Must have medical clearance for communicable diseases and up-to-date immunizations before having direct participant contact.
2. Must have a valid driver’s license and proof of insurance or have a means of transportation to and from work.

1. Education:

• High school diploma or equivalent is required.
• Cardiopulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification is preferred.
• CNA certification is preferred.

1. Experience:

• A minimum of one year of experience working with the frail or elderly population is required.
• A minimum of one year of experience with Elderly Activities.

1. Competency:

• Position specific competencies for the Activity Coordinator will be met prior to assuming participant care.

1. Skills and Knowledge:

• Mental Skills: Reading-complex; writing-complex; repetition; clerical; analyzing; perception/comprehension; judgment; decision-making; socialization; attention to detail; communication/poise.
• Interpersonal Skills: Demonstrates active listening techniques; gains support through effective relationships; treats others with dignity and respect; seeks feedback.
• Leadership Skills: Demonstrates willingness to try new tasks, generates new ideas for change, evaluates and recognizes priorities; challenges others to learn; keeps current and integrates new information; communicates and models organization values; fosters high performance.
• Other Skills:

Working knowledge of recreational therapy techniques and practices of the elderly including
assessment, care plan development, monitoring and evaluation needs.
Working knowledge of physical, psychosocial, and behavioral needs of the elderly population.
Demonstrated creative abilities to plan, develop, and implement varied activities to meet
diversified needs.
Ability and experience working with volunteers.
Good working knowledge of dementia disease process.
Familiarity with illnesses common to frail older adult population.
Proficient in Microsoft Word.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individual with disabilities to meet these demands:
1. Physical Requirements – Shall be in good mental and physical health, and capable of performing assigned tasks. Requires standing, walking, occasional pushing and pulling and lifting up to 40 pounds.
While this is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current job, this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of working conditions associated with the job. Management reserves the right to revise the job or to require that other or different tasks be performed when circumstances change (i.e., changes in personnel, workload, or technological developments).
· IADS is dedicated to the wellness and enhancement of the quality of life for participants, participants, staff, and the greater community. Staff members are expected to be of good moral character, and willing to uphold a high ethical code.
· I understand the job description, its requirements and that I am expected to complete all duties as assigned. I understand the job duties, may be altered from time to time. I have noted below any accommodations that are required to enable me to perform these duties. I have also noted below any job duties that I am unable to perform, with or without accommodation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:

1. Plans and implements group and individual activities to improve or maintain the participants’
   cognitive, physical, social, psychosocial, and artistic needs.
2. Plans and implements activities for dementia-specific population. Oversees daily flow of dementia activities area. Activities may focus on small groups, one-on-one programming, and sensory stimulation.
3. Organizes community outings and special events at IADS. Duties include arranging for participant transportation, entertainment, catering and involving other staff.
4. Develops a monthly calendar of activities. Maintains record of monthly calendars as required for review.
5. Evaluates program plans to promote effective programs according to client abilities and preferences within the IADS daily flow of events.
6. Provides recreational educational and training to support Activities Coordinator, and other IADS staff members, as appropriate.
7. Provides ongoing support and training to all staff involved in dementia specific programming related to the dementia disease process.
8. Maintains participants’ medical record and fulfills charting and reporting requirements.
9. Provides leisure education to participants and caregivers for activity modification, use of adaptive equipment, activity skill development, and recommended supplies for in-home use.
10. Maintains general order in the activities area, including daily clean-up, routine supply inventory ordering, petty cash, and overall general budgeting.
11. Assists participants with non-skilled Activities of Daily Living (ADL) as needed.
12. Protects privacy and maintains confidentiality of all company procedures, results, and information about employees, participants, and families.
13. Participates in and supports Quality improvement Initiatives.
14. Maintains safe working environment. Follows all IADS Policies & Procedures, and Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) safety guidelines.
15. Performs related duties as required.

GENERAL RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Supports the Mission of the facility and adheres to the Corporate Compliance Code of Conduct.
2. Is knowledgeable of participant rights and ensures an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all participants in a safe, secure environment.
3. Supports, cooperates with, and implements specific procedures and programs for:
   a. Safety, including standard precautions and safe work practices, established fire/safety/disaster
   plans, risk management and security, report and/or correct unsafe working conditions, equipment
   repair and maintenance needs.
   b. Confidentiality of all data, including participant, employee and operations data and reports
   breaches immediately to the HIPAA Privacy or Security Officer.
   c. Quality Assurance and compliance with all regulatory requirements.
   d. Compliance with current law and policy to provide a work environment free from harassment and
   all illegal and discriminatory behavior.
4. Supports and participates in common teamwork:
   a. Cooperates and works together with all co-workers; plans and completes job duties with minimal
   supervisory direction, including appropriate judgment.
   b. Uses tactful, appropriate communications in various situations.
   c. Follows up as appropriate with supervisor, co-workers, or participants regarding reported
   complaints, problems, or concerns.
   d. Promotes positive public relations with participants, caregivers, and guests.
   e. Adheres to attendance policies, including checking in and out for mealtime, following break
   schedule, and seeking supervisor’s approval prior to working overtime.
   f. Completes requirements for in-service training, uniform and dress codes including personal
   hygiene, and other work duties as assigned.
5. Assist supervisor with various tasks to support department operations as directed; may also be assigned special projects.
6. Perform tasks which are supportive in nature to essential functions of the job, but which may be altered or re-designed depending on individual circumstances.
7. Assists participants and caregivers in filing grievances.