QUALIFICATIONS
In order to fulfill the job functions listed below an individual must meet the following minimum qualifications.
Communicate effectively in person, on the telephone, and in writing.
Is qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; and is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October, 1990; or has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or has completed a training course approved by the State.
REQUIREMENTS
Comply with all Facility policies and procedures.
Comply with all policies and procedures as may be established by your supervisor.
Comply with all safety, universal precautions and infection control policies and procedures.
Ensure resident safety.
Present a friendly, calm, cooperative, positive manner.
Maintain appropriate Certification.
Must obtain and maintain a chauffeur's license in good standing.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS
On occasion may need to lift up to 40 lbs.
Evaluate each resident according to his/her background, interest, leisure, previous lifestyle, abilities, physical and cognitive limitations and needs. This shall serve as the base from which the individual activity program shall be developed. Document the individual activity program using the appropriate assessment forms to be found in the medical record, completing the activity plan within the required time after admission (14 days for federal regulations).
Attend Resident Care Conferences and record in the resident care plan on a quarterly basis (or sooner, as needed).
Publish GMCF's Hilltop Herald newsletter monthly.
Maintain timely progress notes specific to the residents' activity plans, recording at least annually in the medical record and more frequently when appropriate.
Develop appropriate records which indicate resident attendance and participation in the program with reference to resident's response to the program.
Develop and implement individual and group activities that meet specific needs of the residents.
Develop activities which provide opportunity for residents to experience sensory input (touch, smell, taste, etc), group interaction and personal achievement.
Develop activities which encourage residents to make decisions, participate in planning and assume a degree of responsibility and independence.
Develop a method to implement programs within a designated budget allocated by the Facility Administrator.
Establish an active volunteer program which includes the screening, orientation, training, supervision and evaluation of volunteers.
Develop methods for effective utilization of community resources. Serve as a facility liaison to promote positive community support.
Attend and participate in staff meetings, department head meetings, designated committee meetings per supervisors request.
Develop a method for obtaining current knowledge of federal and state regulations pertaining to activity programs.
Oversee activity staff including scheduling, hiring, interviewing, discipline and firing.
