The Avenue at North Ridgeville is a Post-Hospital Rehabilitation and Skilled Nursing Care Facility that offers a distinctive environment not commonly found in skilled nursing facilities. From our hotel-like environment to our all private suites, the Avenue is committed to providing an excellent level of physical, medical, emotional and spiritual support in an environment of comfort and respect. Our facility provides some of the area's highest level of rehabilitation, nursing and medical support to individuals needing post-hospital care and services. We are looking for a committed individual with a reputation for being cheerful and friendly as they administer care to our residents.
If you are a highly motivated Activity Director with excellent customer service skills and a kind heart this is the place for you! If you join our amazing team, you can expect to find an all-hands-on deck atmosphere with a family-like crew. In addition to our competitive wages, we offer medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and 401k.
MINIMUM KNOWLEDGE, TRAINING AND SKILLS DESIRED Must have a high school diploma or equivalent Completion and certificate of a state approved Activity Therapy Training Program Prior experience in activities services in a nursing home Knowledge of current state and federal nursing home regulations including resident rights Effective interpersonal, communication and leadership skills Knowledge of the normal aging process Must hold a valid driver's License Preferably have a certificate or diploma as evidence of Activity Therapy Course ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES This list is subject to individual facility policies, practices, which may require additional duties and responsibilities.
ACTIVITY SERVICES Plan, execute, and evaluate a diversified activity program which meets the varied needs and interests of individual residents based upon activity assessment of resident interests. Participate in the multidisciplinary resident care conference. Assure that each resident's activity program is consistent with the defined Plan of care established by the resident, family, and multidisciplinary team. Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident participation and other issues relating to activity services. Conduct a charting review periodically to determine compliance of records of staff members. Identify and utilize community resources to provide programs that are consistent with the interests and needs of the residents. Recruit community volunteers or organizations and school children involvement in activities; coordinate the scheduling and supervise their activities. Accomplish all responsibilities of Activity Services in compliance with licensure and federal certification rules and regulations. Coordinate and assign tasks to staff members relating to the activity program; delegate and provide direction and feedback as appropriate. Perform other duties as assigned. ADMINISTRATIVE/GENERAL Interview, hire, train, supervise and evaluate the performance of activities staff members. Maintain appropriate staffing levels and arrange for staff attendance at conferences/seminars as appropriate. Enforce all personnel policies included in the Employee Handbook and maintain full knowledge and understanding of the same. Prepare and maintain department records and statistics as required. Participate in performance improvement program monitoring activities that relate to the activities programming function. Develop, maintain, review, and revise appropriate policies and procedures within the Activities Department. Manage the personnel, fiscal, and supplies resources of the Activities Department within the approved budgetary guidelines. Develop yearly operating budget for the department; participate in decisions for capital expenditures to be requested. Monitor and report the actual operation expenses and prepare a monthly spend down report to be submitted to the Administrator. Respect and maintain resident's dignity, individuality, privacy and confidentiality. Attend seminars or workshops to maintain up to date knowledge of activities services. Attend administrative staff meetings. Work closely and cooperatively with all other department directors and administrative staff to promote and maintain effective team management and resident care. Serve as a member of facility committees and corporate councils as appointed. Participate in professional relationship and/or membership in local, regional social services organizations. Perform other duties as assigned. OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES MAY INCLUDE Assist with planning, setting up employee/family functions such as picnics, holiday parties. Submit articles for inclusion in the monthly newsletter for residents. Perform shopping for personal items for residents per request when family is unable.
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