<p>Healthcare Lifestyle Assistant Coordinator</p> <p>Job Description</p> <p>Position Title:</p> <p>Healthcare Lifestyle Assistant Coordinator</p> <p>Department:</p> <p>Lifestyle</p> <p>FLSA:</p> <p>Non-Exempt, FT</p> <p>Supervisor:</p> <p>Lifestyle Director</p> <p>Revised:</p> <p>POSITION SUMMARY</p> <p>The Healthcare Lifestyle Assistant Coordinator assists the Activity Coordinator in planning, organizing, developing, and directing the overall operation of the Activity Department in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards, guidelines and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator, to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.</p> <p>ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES</p> <p>The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.</p> <ul> <li>Communicates with the Lifestyle Director and Coordinator on a regular basis to inform, exchange ideas, coordinate services and discuss format for individual and group programming. Also shares insight, information and reports responses and/or progress regarding residents. </li><li>Carries out large, small, and one-to-one events for the purpose of providing any and all of the following: a friendly visitor; sensory stimulation; reality orientation; cognitive stimulation. </li><li>Evaluates recreational programming on an ongoing basis through surveys and direct interaction with residents and families. </li><li>Communicates with other departments regarding assistance needed in setup and need for use of common/shared space. </li><li>Assists with transportation to events. </li><li>Encourages Residents to attend the activities and build enthusiasm for the programs offered. </li><li>Assists with volunteer services. </li><li>Informs residents and staff to changes in scheduled programming in a timely manner when possible. </li><li>Maintains attendance records and other documentation. </li><li>Recognizes signs and symptoms which signify a change in condition that require nursing intervention and reports these changes to the appropriate channels. Shares resident information with staff on a need-to-know basis. </li><li>Remains alert for conditions that threaten the safety and well being of staff and residents. Reports hazardous conditions to appropriate channels. </li><li>Attends training, meetings, and continuing education workshops (as approved) and keeps current trends through reading and conferring with peers. </li><li>Abides by community standards and guidelines. </li><li>Assists in creating a positive and sincere impression of Edgewood Summit and Staff, and Visitors through a pleasant and professional manner at all times. </li><li>Maintains resident confidentiality when appropriate. </li><li>Continues resident assessment and care planning and supervision of the activity program </li></ul> <p>in the absence of the Activity Coordinator.</p> <ul> <li>Helps publish and distribute community newsletter and calendars. </li><li>Willingness to work flexible hours including evenings, holidays, weekends or as needed. </li><li>Other duties as assigned by Supervisor. </li></ul> <p>QUALIFICATIONS</p> <p>To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>Educational Requirements and Experience:</p> <ul> <li>Minimum educational requirements include a high school diploma or GED </li><li>Associates degree preferred or equivalent with emphasis in recreation, gerontology, health promotion & wellness, sociology or related field. </li><li>Basic knowledge of Memory Care and Skilled Nursing regulations. </li><li>One to three years experience in social or recreational programming in a senior setting. </li></ul> <p>Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:</p> <ul> <li>Language Ability: </li><li>Ability to communicate effectively in writing and speaking the primary language of the residents. </li><li>Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. </li><li>Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of customers or employees of organization. </li><li>Mathematical Skills: </li><li>Ability to do basic arithmetic. Ability to compute rate, ratio, and percent and to draw and interpret graphs. </li><li>Cognitive Demands: </li><li>Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form. Ability to deal with problems involving several concrete variables in standardized situations. </li><li>Computer Skills: </li><li>Ability to use Microsoft Office. Ability to use software to design calendars and signs. Ability to use the Internet. </li><li>Competencies: </li><li>Ability to operate general office equipment. </li></ul> <p>ENVIRONMENTAL ADAPTABILITY</p> <ul> <li>Works primarily indoors in a climate controlled setting </li><li>Possible exposure to unpleasant odors </li><li>Possible exposure to chemicals as identified in the MSDS Manual </li><li>Continuous exposure to residents who are ill, confused, irritable and irrational </li></ul> <p>PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS</p> <p>The physical demands described below are representative of those that must be met by an individual to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.</p> <p>Amount of Time</p> <p>Under 1/3 to Over</p> <p>None 1/3 2/3 2/3</p> <p>Stand</p> <p>X</p> <p>Walk</p> <p>X</p> <p>Sit</p> <p>X</p> <p>Use hands to finger, handle, or feel</p> <p>X</p> <p>Reach with hands and arms</p> <p>X</p> <p>Climb or balance</p> <p>X</p> <p>Stoop or kneel, crouch, or crawl</p> <p>X</p> <p>Talk or hear</p> <p>X</p> <p>Taste or smell</p> <p>X</p> <p>Does this job require that weight be lifted or force be exerted? If so, how much</p> <p>and how often? Check the appropriate boxes below.</p> <p>Amount of Time</p> <p>Under 1/3 to Over</p> <p>None 1/3 2/3 2/3</p> <p>Up to 10 pounds</p> <p>X</p> <p>Up to 25 pounds</p> <p>X</p> <p>Up to 50 pounds</p> <p>X</p> <p>Up to 100 pounds</p> <p>X</p> <p>More than 100 pounds</p> <p>X</p> <p>ACKNOWLEDGEMENT</p> <p>I have carefully read and understand the contents of this position description. I understand the responsibilities, requirements and duties expected of me. I understand that this is not necessarily an exhaustive list of responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, efforts or working conditions associated with the position. While this list is intended to be an accurate reflection of the current position, the employer reserves the right to revise the functions and duties of the position or to require that additional or different tasks be performed as directed by the employer.</p> <p>I understand that I may be required to work overtime, different shifts or hours outside the normally defined workday or workweek. I also understand that this position description does not constitute a contract of employment nor alter my status as an at-will employee. I have the right to terminate my employment at any time and for any reason, and the employer has a similar right.</p>