Activity Director

About the role

Fountain Square of Lompoc is seeking an Activities Assistant to join our dedicated team. This position is ideal for someone passionate about Assisted Living and committed to enriching the lives of seniors.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement a well-rounded and stimulating program of activities for seniors.
• Organize and conduct planned activities.
• Evaluate and assess the effectiveness of planned activities.
• Support mission, vision and culture of the organization through positive communication and leadership.
• Contribute to Community relationships by demonstrating cooperation and professional conduct with residents, families, fellow associates, physicians, pharmacies and other vendors or persons.
• Supervise activities/transportation staff, if applicable; provide training; set and adjust rates of pay and hours of work; provide performance feedback both informally and formally; recognize both appropriate and inappropriate behaviors and performance (provide rewards and discipline); apportions work among subordinate if applicable.
• Develop, organize, plan, implement and evaluate a well-rounded and stimulating holistic activity program, which addresses the needs and limitations of residents.
• Assess the needs of the residents and create an activity plan to encompass changes.
• Implement Life Enrichment portion of Memory Care Program when working with memory care residents.
• Maintain interior space so that the resident can wander freely and safely.
• Drive Community van; Assist residents entering and exiting van.
• Attend weekly department head meeting.
• Participate in new hire orientation program and other regular associate meetings or functions.
• Conduct/Attend monthly resident meeting.
• Decorate for holidays and special occasions and assure community is always appropriately decorated.
• Write and edit the monthly newsletter.
• Make and post daily announcements.
• Make weekly bulletins for residents.
• Design and post creative monthly bulletin boards and activities calendar.
• Lead large group activities, e.g. discussion groups, sing-alongs, exercise classes.
• Arrange for appropriate entertainment for residents.
• Assist residents with gardening projects.
• Instruct residents on arts and crafts projects.
• Respond appropriately to changes in the work setting.
• Perform other related assignments as required.
• Conduct tours.
• Assist Community Relations Director with large community events.
• Perform special projects as requested by supervisor.
• Demonstrate willingness to help other staff whenever needed.
• Be familiar with Tharon LLC Senior Living Policies & Procedures Manual and Fountain Square of Lompoc LLC Senior Living Policies Associate Handbook.
• Be familiar with Memory Care program manual.
• Be available for weekend coverage and on-call emergency situations on a rotating basis.

Qualifications

• A minimum of one year experience in working with older adults.
• At least 18 years old, or older if required per the state regulations.
• Caregiving and empathetic attitude towards seniors.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to handle challenging situations with patience and professionalism.
• Ability to adapt to changing needs and situations in a fast-paced environment.
• Reliable and punctual.