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Join to apply for the Activity Director role at Outfield Healthcare Partners 1 week ago Be among the first 25 applicants Job Summary We are looking for a friendly and outgoing Activity Director who takes pride in their work. The ideal candidate will be responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing a program of activity/leisure pursuits designed to meet the social, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, educational, and physical needs and interests of residents in accordance with the comprehensive resident care plan. We want someone who is passionate about activities and engaging with our residents! Qualifications Accreditation as a Certified Activity Director; Completion of a state approved Activity Director training course Bachelor’s degree in recreation therapy or related area. Should be licensed or registered either nationally or by the State in which practicing. One-year experience as an Activity Director in long term care. Two years of experience conducting social/recreational programs within the past five years, one of which was full-time in a resident activities program in a health care setting. Responsibilities Develops and delivers activity/recreational programming to promote the resident’s opportunities for engaging in normal life. Completes the “Preferences for Routine and Activities” section of the Minimal Data Set, the CAA when triggered, the Company Recreation/Activity Evaluation within five (5) business days of admission; Attends and participates in Resident Care Plan Meetings. Conducts admissions interviews, documentation, completes the activities section of the MDS assessment tool, and writes the corresponding CAA and care plans. Completes a monthly calendar of available activity/recreational programs and posts it in the center. Identifies activity preferences and current activity pursuits from interviews and clinical record; Identifies health issues that result in reduced activity participation; Documents findings including source if applicable. Completes standardized assessment data for each resident at regular intervals and develops an individualized plan of care based on the identified needs, strengths, and preferences of the resident. Implements strategies to assist residents with increasing their involvement in activities that are appropriate to functional or situational limitations. Plans community activities that include the community, staff, families, and residents. Ensures physician’s approval for involvement in activity/recreational programs; Maintains precautions/limitations list on each resident. Provides residents with opportunities and support for involvement in group and individual leisure pursuits (e.g., arts/crafts, community outings, religious activities, intellectual/educational activities, community/center service activities) based on individual interests and needs. Invites and encourages residents’ participation. Responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice. Additional Information Outfield Healthcare Partners provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any kind. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment. Job Details Seniority level: Entry level Employment type: Full-time Job function: Administrative Industries: Hospitals and Health Care #J-18808-Ljbffr Outfield Healthcare Partners

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