Activities Leader - Smithtown, United States - Smithtown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care

Smithtown Center for Rehabilitation and Nursing Care

Verified Company

Smithtown, United States

2 weeks ago

Posted by:

Mark Lane

beBee recruiter

Description

The Smithtown Center for Rehabilitation is a state of the art 162- bed facility that is team-oriented and thrives on making our residents comfortable and happy

Currently we seek are seeking a Per Diem Recreation Leader to join our Recreation team

Salary $21-22/Hr

Assist in the selection of safe and adequate space, equipment and supplies for recreation programs
Responsible for planning and conducting interesting large/small group programs that meet the needs of the adult, geriatric and dementia population (social, emotional, spiritual, physical and cognitive) as well as agespecific
Will utilize the latest techniques and methodologies in programming and assist in contributing ideas to program calendar
Facilitate independent activities for residents as needed
Monitor inventory of activity supplies needed to carry out programs
Transport residents to and from activity programs daily
Daily documentation of program attendance in timely manner
Encourage residents to attend activity programs to improve their quality of life
Assist in planning special events
Follow protocol, policies and procedures
Maintains HIPAA privacy, security & confidentiality standards.
Represents the organization professionally
Interacts positively with residents, family members, personnel and visitors
Any other responsibilities as assigned by Activities Director

Specific Requirements:

Must possess the ability to make independent decisions and think outside the box
Must possess the ability to deal tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public
Must possess leadership ability, maturity, compassion and willingness to work harmoniously with staff
Must have patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm and the ability to handle difficult residents
Must have excellent communication skills
Must be fully vacinated

Qualifications