Activity Coordinator

Position Summary:

• The Adult Day Services Activity Coordinator will plan and implement daily activities, aid in the development of a structured activity program, set-up and plan for special events, assist in care and personal hygiene of clients, and record in the client’s record.

Duties And Responsibilities:

1. Serve as Interim Program Manager in the absence of the Program Manager.
2. Assist the Manager to coordinate the provision of personal care assistance (make staff assignments and provide assistance as needed).
3. Plan, develop and implement a comprehensive activity program which is meaningful and appropriate to the needs and interests of each client.
4. Evaluate each client’s progress and response over time and regularly revise and adapt the program's scheduled offerings as the interests, needs and abilities of current clients change.
5. Plan monthly Activity Calendar and consult with the Program Supervisor before finalizing.
6. Disperse finalized monthly Activity Calendar.
7. Plan special events such as field trips, open house or educational programs. Will consult with Supervisor as needed for each event.
8. Coordinate transportation of clients to and from special events.
9. Facilitate implementation of daily activities for clients with the help of Program Assistants.
10. Help set up and serve lunches and snacks.
11. Assist with recordkeeping of activity participation records
12. As assigned, will chart on client’s progress note, and inform Program Supervisor if any change is noted.
13. Assist in training of staff, interns, and volunteers.
14. Utilize and supervise interns and volunteers as needed to implement planned activity.
15. Serve as a support for client caregivers and clients.
16. Shop for activity supplies according to planned budget.
17. Facilitate client special occasions (i.e. birthdays)
18. Assist with personal client care as needed (toileting).
19. Perform any other duties deemed necessary for the smooth operation of the program.
20. Complete and maintain CPR, First Aid and all other job specific certifications.

Qualifications:

1. Demonstrable aptitude in working with individuals affected by Alzheimer's disease, other dementias, developmental disabilities and other special needs.
2. Experience working with Information Technology including: the Internet and Microsoft Office products.
3. Ability to work cooperatively with management and staff across all levels.
4. Resourceful, self-directed, and able to perform responsibilities with limited oversight or supervision.

Minimum Education and Experience:

1. High school diploma or GED required, some college courses or continued education in related fields preferred
2. Experience in field of activity/recreational therapy preferred.
3. Experience in working with elderly/special need clients is preferred.

Special Conditions of Employment:

1. Reliable transportation
2. Valid Driver’s License and proof of current vehicle insurance.
3. Undergo and successfully pass a State of Michigan LIEN Check and Central Registry Clearance.
4. Undergo and successfully pass a background check with no recent felony convictions.

Requirements

• To comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990 (ADA), which prohibits discrimination against qualified individuals on the basis of disability, it is necessary to specify the physical, mental and environmental conditions of the Essential Duties of the job. Use these codes to complete this section “F" for frequently; "O" for occasionally; "N" for not at all.

PHYSICAL

On the job, the employee must:

• ( F ) Bend
• ( F ) Sit
• ( F ) Squat
• ( F ) Stand
• ( O) Crawl
• ( F ) Walk
• ( O) Climb
• ( F ) Push/Pull
• ( F ) Kneel
• ( F ) Handle objects (manual dexterity)
• ( F ) Reach above
• shoulder level
• ( F ) Use fine finger movements
• ( ) Other _________________

Must carry/lift loads of

• ( F ) Light (up to 25lbs)
• ( O ) Moderate (25-50lbs)
• ( O ) Heavy (over 50lbs)

MENTAL

On the job, the employee must be able to:

• ( F ) Read/comprehend
• ( F ) Write
• ( F ) Perform calculations
• ( F ) Communicate orally
• ( F ) Reason and analyze
• ( ) Other

ENVIRONMENTAL

On the job, the employee:

• ( O ) Is exposed to excessive noise
• ( O ) Is around moving machinery
• ( O ) Is exposed to marked changes in temperature and/or humidity
• ( O ) Is exposed to dust, fumes, gases, radiation, microwave
• ( O ) Drives motorized equipment
• ( O ) Works in confined quarters
• ( ) Other: