Program and Outreach Director

Company: The Retreat At Canton
Location: Canton
Posted on: May 3, 2024

Job Description:

Description:The Retreat at Canton is seeking a Activities Director (Program and Outreach Director) to join their team!The Program and Outreach Director reports directly to Executive Director.PURPOSEActivities DirectorThe Program and Outreach Director is responsible for developing, leading and overseeing a resident centered activities and outreach program that promotes and integrates the Phoenix Senior Living philosophy to incorporate wellness in all aspects of the seniors' lives we serve. Ensuring all dimensions (emotional, sense of purpose, physical, social, intellectual and spiritual) are incorporated into the services we provide and embrace. Responsibilities include but not limited to assisting in recruiting, hiring and training of the Assistant Program and Outreach Director.RESIDENT CAREActivities DirectorParticipates in the Personalized Service Plans (PSP)Refers to the Resident Profile and addendum for every new residentEnsure a variety of appropriate and personalized activities which incorporates all dimensions wellness and are available throughout the day and evening with resident care associate participationMaintains the PSL Activity & Program Guidebook which includes tracking daily which residents exhibit interest and participate in which activities. Do it daily!Use the resident's demographic profile information to organize small groups or clubs that address those similar needs and preferences in a small group/club settingUnderstands the recognition of resident changes in condition, takes appropriate actionAssist residents to and from activity room (s) when necessaryIn memory care assist the residents to and from Life Skills and other normalizing life enriching activities and routine and assist with engagementAssist in maintaining an inventory of activity and programming supplies, games, programs and craftsSchedules, communicates, assist with facilitation and records monthly resident CouncilRequirements:EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE/LICENSURE-CERTIFICATIONActivities DirectorEducation: Associate degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, Gerontology or other course of study that relates to service to the elderly, preferred.1 - 3 years' experience in senior living/skilled nursing activity & event planning which may include moderate to large event planning responsibilities outside the senior living industryMust have demonstrated Leadership capabilitiesKnowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and Dementia care preferredPHYSICAL REQUIREMENTSIn an 8 hour workday, associate may stand / walk:Hours at one time: 0 - 2Total hours/ day: 4 - 6In an 8 hour workday, associate may sit:Hours at one time: 0 - 2Total hours/ day: 2 - 4In an 8 hour workday, associate may drive:30-60 minutes, 1 - 2 times a weekAssociate will support / assist: (Maximum lbs.)Frequency: 50 lbs.Occasionally: 150 lbs.Associate will lift / carry (Maximum lbs.)Frequency: 40 lbs.Occasionally: 70 lbs.Height of lift: 3 - 4 feetDistance of carry: 30 yardsAssociate will use hands for repetitive:Simple grasping, pushing, and pulling, fine manipulationAssociate should be able to:Bend: FrequentlySquat: FrequentlyKneel: FrequentlyClimb:FrequentlyReach:Occasionally, 3 feetPId61865449b8a-25660-34373354

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