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Job Type

Full-time

Description

Through comprehensive assessment and evaluation, develops program of activity therapy from a holistic approach to meet the needs of a diverse resident population.

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 person-centered

program of activity pursuits that are meaningful to the resident.

Completes MDS, CAAs in a timely manner, utilizing observation and

assessment/monitoring 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 facilitys 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.

Assists residents and staff in orientation to time and place by

strategic use of center-wide bulletin boards and appropriate holiday decorations or reminders.

Arranges for speakers, presenters, advocates and clergy to interact

with individuals and groups of residents.

Supports residents needs and desires through 1:1 interaction, small

group activity and large group meetings.

Organizes resident activities into a clear format (calendars and

other communication tools) as a resource residents and co-workers can refer to.

Assists residents and guests to activities with the help of direct

care staff.

Arranges and coordinates off-site activity trips, when available and

appropriate.

Provides a venue for resident activism through the resident council

process; communicates expressed desires and concerns of those residents to the CEO and appropriate department heads.

Together with the Social Services Director, provides a venue for

family involvement through the family council process.

If assigned by resident leadership, takes comprehensive minutes at

resident council meetings, and keeps files in safe, confidential storage, and assists with providing follow-up to concerns

Develops and maintains community volunteer efforts.

Fosters sense of community with the center environment.

Supervises Activity Assistants, if any.

Punctuality and regular attendance for assigned shifts.

Other Functions

Collaborates with Therapy Department to arrange activities that

promote functional independence (Example: Provides range of motion activity plan with and for restorative nursing services).

Communicates relevant data to other disciplines, such as providing

information on fluid and snack intake at activities to nutrition services.

Through in-service training, educates all staff members on

approaches and models.

Collaborates with social services personnel in developing

intervention strategies for residents with evident psychosocial concerns

Consults with interdisciplinary team on residents who may have

behavioral disturbance or symptoms of a mood disorder, making recommendations based on observed and documented interests and needs.

Ensures all resident activity documentation is complete, and

reflects analysis of effectiveness and reaches a conclusion on how to proceed with plan of care.

Utilizes Quality Indicators/Quality Measures Report to evaluate

program efficacy for individuals and overall performance; makes program changes when needed.

Assists resident/family and social services with discharge planning,

by providing insights on effective activity interventions.

Conducts job responsibilities in accordance with the standards set

out in the Companys Code of Business Conduct, its policies and procedures, applicable federal and state laws and applicable professional standards.

Performs other duties, as assigned.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

Skill in team building, collaborating with other disciplines.

Articulate writing skills.

Good oral communication techniques.

Ability to assess resident m

Clearwater Health & Rehabilitation of Cascadia

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