Program and Outreach Director
The Phoenix at Opelika, Paducah, KY, United States
Description
The Neighborhood at Paducah
is seeking a Activities Director (Program and Outreach Director) to join their team!
The Program and Outreach Director reports directly to Executive Director.
PURPOSE Activities Director
The 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
Assist in recruiting, hiring and training of the Assistant Program and Outreach Director.
Participate in Personalized Service Plans (PSP).
Refer to the Resident Profile and addendum for every new resident.
Ensure a variety of appropriate and personalized activities which incorporate all dimensions of wellness and are available throughout the day and evening with resident care associate participation.
Maintain the PSL Activity & Program Guidebook, tracking daily which residents exhibit interest and participate in activities.
Use the resident’s demographic profile information to organize small groups or clubs that address similar needs and preferences.
Recognize resident changes in condition and take appropriate action.
Assist residents to and from activity rooms when necessary.
In memory care, assist residents to and from life skills and other normalizing life-enriching activities and routines, and assist with engagement.
Assist in maintaining an inventory of activity and programming supplies, games, programs, and crafts.
Schedule, communicate, assist with facilitation and record monthly resident council.
REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / LICENSURE – CERTIFICATION
Associate degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, Gerontology, or other related study preferred.
1–3 years’ experience in senior living/skilled nursing activity & event planning, including moderate to large event planning responsibilities outside the senior living industry.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and dementia care preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
In an 8‑hour workday, may stand/walk 0–2 hrs at one time, 4–6 hrs total per day.
May sit 0–2 hrs at one time, 2–4 hrs total per day.
May drive 30–60 minutes, 1–2 times a week.
Support/assist: lift 50 lbs. frequently, 150 lbs. occasionally.
Lifting/carrying: 40 lbs. frequently, 70 lbs. occasionally; height 3–4 ft., distance 30 yards.
Use hands: simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manipulation.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb frequently; reach occasionally, 3 ft.
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The Neighborhood at Paducah
is seeking a Activities Director (Program and Outreach Director) to join their team!
The Program and Outreach Director reports directly to Executive Director.
PURPOSE Activities Director
The 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
Assist in recruiting, hiring and training of the Assistant Program and Outreach Director.
Participate in Personalized Service Plans (PSP).
Refer to the Resident Profile and addendum for every new resident.
Ensure a variety of appropriate and personalized activities which incorporate all dimensions of wellness and are available throughout the day and evening with resident care associate participation.
Maintain the PSL Activity & Program Guidebook, tracking daily which residents exhibit interest and participate in activities.
Use the resident’s demographic profile information to organize small groups or clubs that address similar needs and preferences.
Recognize resident changes in condition and take appropriate action.
Assist residents to and from activity rooms when necessary.
In memory care, assist residents to and from life skills and other normalizing life-enriching activities and routines, and assist with engagement.
Assist in maintaining an inventory of activity and programming supplies, games, programs, and crafts.
Schedule, communicate, assist with facilitation and record monthly resident council.
REQUIREMENTS EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE / LICENSURE – CERTIFICATION
Associate degree in Business Administration, Human Resources Administration, Gerontology, or other related study preferred.
1–3 years’ experience in senior living/skilled nursing activity & event planning, including moderate to large event planning responsibilities outside the senior living industry.
Demonstrated leadership capabilities.
Knowledge and experience in Assisted Living industry and dementia care preferred.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
In an 8‑hour workday, may stand/walk 0–2 hrs at one time, 4–6 hrs total per day.
May sit 0–2 hrs at one time, 2–4 hrs total per day.
May drive 30–60 minutes, 1–2 times a week.
Support/assist: lift 50 lbs. frequently, 150 lbs. occasionally.
Lifting/carrying: 40 lbs. frequently, 70 lbs. occasionally; height 3–4 ft., distance 30 yards.
Use hands: simple grasping, pushing, pulling, fine manipulation.
Ability to bend, squat, kneel, climb frequently; reach occasionally, 3 ft.
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