What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Coordinator position at Blue Ridge Community Action?
Position Summary
Under the supervision of the Adult Services Center Director, the Activity Coordinator, is responsible for providing daily activities designed to provide stimulation, both physically and mentally with varied programs geared to participant needs and capabilities. Direct responsibility for participant care and wellbeing. Duties shall include, but will not be limited to, the following:
Specific Job Duties
- Become familiar with and maintain full compliance with NC Adult Day Care Licensing regulations.
- Develop monthly, weekly, and daily activity schedules for participants to include therapeutic arts and crafts, music, discussion groups, exercise, field trips, and involvement in community activities and community volunteers.
- Plan, design, implement, coordinate and execute activities based on individual service plans, meeting participant’s cognitive, physical, and psychosocial needs.
- Create and maintain an Activity Care Plan per participant and record quarterly Progress notes.
- Maintain a clean, safe, pleasant environment for participants.
- Provide personal hygiene care after toileting of both male and female participants when required.
- Establish and maintain an open rapport with families and caregivers, sharing information and problems as needed.
- Report changes in behavior or physical problems to Center Director.
- Provide emotional support to participants and families, being sensitive to their emotional and physical needs.
- Help prepare and serve nutritious snacks and meals.
- Assist in tornado and fire drills
- Review Adult Day Care policies and BRCA policies yearly; review any changes or update as they arise.
- Attend ongoing classes and conferences to update skills. Complete First Aid every three years and CPR refresher annually.
Note:
This job description is not designated to contain a comprehensive list of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the employee for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time as assigned by the supervisor.
Education
Must be at least 18 years of age, high school graduate or equivalent.
Experience
One year of experience in caring for older adults.
CNA experience preferred.
SKILLS & ABILITIES
Computer Skills
To perform this job successfully, an individual should have a working knowledge of Internet and Word Processing software.
Certificates & Licenses
It is the employee's responsibility to obtain and keep current all certifications, training, licenses, health cards, etc., at all times.
Other Requirements
Employee must be able to work as a team.
Employee must be able to relate well to a diverse population.
Employee must be able to pass a criminal background record check and substance abuse tests.
* This position is 25 hours per week.
Salary : $13