Activities Director Job at Maryville, Beaverton, OR

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  • Maryville
  • Beaverton, OR

Job Description

Maryville is a Catholic non-profit skilled nursing facility located in Beaverton on the campus of the Sisters of St. Mary of Oregon. It is a highly rated facility that offers a patient-centered atmosphere founded and focused on the Sisters’ life-affirming values. We are looking for a highly skilled, organized, and professional Activities Director.

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As a Maryville employee, you will receive benefits including:

  • Medical/vision and dental insurance
  • Paid vacation and sick time
  • Life insurance and AD&D coverage
  • Flexible Spending Account for medical & dependent care
  • 403(b) Plan with employer match
  • Employee Assistance Program
The Activities Director is responsible for implementing an effective resident activities program that includes a variety of opportunities for meaningful participation by residents of all ages, interests, and physical abilities.

Essential Duties include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Plans and coordinates activities and events, discussion groups, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, special events and in-house movies.
  • Coordinate instructional courses, such as: arts & crafts, seminars, workshops, presentations, health and fitness activities, customized activities for Alzheimer/Dementia and Parkinson affected residents, marketing events and holiday parties.
  • Preparation and distribution of the monthly calendar, weekly reminders, event flyers, and newsletters.
  • Purchase and inventory supplies and equipment for activities as needed.
  • Inspect recreation equipment to determine repair, maintenance needs and cleanliness.
  • Coordinate activity services with other departments.
  • Complete MDS interviews, assessments, and enters into PCC.
  • Is part of the interdisciplinary team and contributes to the care plan and care conferences.
Responsibilities:
  • Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
  • Direct the movement of residents to and from events.
  • Direct volunteer activities and provides training.
  • Maintain accurate documentation of resident activity and attendance.
  • Data input of resident documentation in EMR system.
  • Organize and prioritize work, manage multiple tasks and projects, and function effectively as a self-directed leader of multiple initiatives.
  • Direct manager of the activities department staff.
Required Skills/Abilities:
  • The ability to  communicate respectfully and empathetically with residents, their family members and staff at every level of the organization.
  • Proficiency with Microsoft applications.
  • Experience  working in long-term care or dementia care in a nursing home setting.
  • Lead and build effective, cohesive teams.
Education and Experience:
  • Education background in life enrichment, gerontology, or other related field preferred.
  • At least two years’ experience with activities programs in the LTC setting, e.g., geriatrics, social or recreational programs setting or equivalent combination of experience and education.
  • At least 1 year experience effectively managing a team of 4 or more direct reports.
  • CPR, AED and First Aid certified.
  • Ability to communicate and understand effectively in English.
  • Ability to perform simple arithmetic.
Physical Requirements:
  • Be able to stand and walk intermittently throughout the day.
  • Be able to lift 50 pounds without a mechanical lift.
  • Be able to reach up, bend down, stretch and squat.
  • Must be able to push residents weighing up to 250 lbs. in Geri chairs and/or wheelchairs.
  • Must be able to read and speak English and hear.
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Job Tags

Full time, Flexible hours,

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