Blountville, Tennessee
Activities Director Job Opening in Blountville, Tennessee - Summary: Through comprehensive assessment and evaluation, develops program of activity therapy from a holistic approach to meet the needs of a diverse resident population.
Qualifications: Education:
BS in Recreation Therapy preferred or
Bachelor?s degree in human service field, with relevant experience* or
BS in Occupational Therapy, with relevant experience or
Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant , with relevant experience* or
Associate degree in human service field, with relevant experience *or
Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state-specific) AND must have worked full time under the supervision of licensed recreational therapist or certified activity director in a long term care setting for a minimum of one year.
If no state-specific certification program exists may have high school diploma or equivalent with two years of experience in social or recreational programming within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full time in a patient activity program in a health care setting. Must have completed 6 credits of college courses, including 1 English course in composition, technical or report writing, and one course in area of Art/Recreational Programming, Science or Management with a passing grade.
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Certified Recreation Therapist preferred or
Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or
Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state specific)
. [It is recommended that the hiring entity provide opportunities for national certification.]
Experience:
*Two years of experience in social or recreational programming within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full time in a patient activity program in a health care setting.
Experience in duties preferred
Essential Functions:
Performs comprehensive assessment for each resident to determine level of abilities combined with past and current interests.
Based on findings develops an individualized program of activity pursuits that are meaningful to the resident.
Completes MDS, RAPS in a timely manner, utilizing observation and tools.
Documents resident response to care plans and evaluates individual resident activity care plans for effectiveness, through participation records, etc.
Develops and utilizes a budget sufficient to maintain equipment and purchase supplies, enabling staff to provide for prescribed activity models.
Utilizes the ?biopsychosocial? model to create meaningful activities for individuals.
As an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizes cutting edge models of approach, such as music therapy, pet therapy, aroma-therapy, therapeutic touch, etc. to reduce symptoms of anxiety, depression, aggression and pain.
Assists in evaluating efficacy of interventions for nursing and physician action.
Develops a variety of activity ?tracks? to appeal to a heterogeneous resident population, including assorted lifestyle desires (such as individuals who prefer self-initiated activities), cultural diversity and age-appropriate choices.
Utilizes the environment to provide both comfort and stimulation to the resident population.
Job Type: Full-time
Required education:
High school or equivalent
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