Long Term Care Activities Coordinator

Job Summary

Under the general direction of the Long-Term Care (LTC) Manager, the Activities Director is responsible for the development, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of a comprehensive activities program. This program is designed to accommodate individual residents' interests and enhance their physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being, in alignment with comprehensive resident assessments.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Other duties may be assigned.

• Design and implement an exercise program suitable for all residents.

• Conduct one-on-one activities and visits with residents.

• Develop and maintain a robust seven-day-a-week activity schedule, including crafts, shopping outings, musical groups, gardening, games, and outdoor events.

• Coordinate with volunteer organizations, chaplaincy programs, and school groups, as directed by the Activity Director.

• Introduce and implement new activity initiatives.

• Assist with transporting residents to and from activities, appointments, and off-site events.

• Contribute to resident care planning.

• Assist with departmental communication, including correspondence, bulletins, and displays.

• Maintain activity equipment and ensure sufficient supplies.

• Record daily resident activity participation.

• Under the direction of the Activity Director, schedule and take minutes for Resident Council Meetings; participate in RICC and QAPI committees.

• Plan and coordinate seasonal and special events.

• Maintain a clean and organized resident dayroom for meals and activities.

• Support nursing staff in the dayroom, including assisting with intake and output (I & O) charting.

• Administer activities for A-wing swing bed residents.

Performance Requirements

• Adhere to the policies and procedures of Clark Fork Valley Hospital.

• Network with other facility activity departments to share ideas and strategies.

• Communicate tactfully and diplomatically with staff, families, visitors, and community organizations.

• Work independently and under supervision as needed.

• Be available to work varied hours, including nights, weekends, holidays, and special events.

• Demonstrate a genuine interest in working with long-term care residents.

• Problem-solve resident-related concerns.

• Maintain resident confidentiality and demonstrate discretion in all interactions.

• Meet the physical demands of the job.

• Be dependable, reliable, flexible, and adaptable to changing needs.

• Follow appropriate lines of authority and communication.

• Exhibit strong teamwork and collaboration.

• Participate in in-service training and educational programs.

• Be willing to perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

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, skill, and ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

Education and Experience

• High school diploma or General Education Development (GED) certificate.

• One to three months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.

• Must possess, or be willing to obtain and maintain:

  • Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification

  • Basic Life Support (BLS) certification

  • Activity Director Certification

Why Clark Fork Valley Hospital


Clark Fork Valley Hospital is a great place to work, we truly live our mission of Quality Care Close to Home. Nestled along the Clark Fork River, Plains is a small community with that true home town feel. If you feel like getting a taste of the city Missoula and Kalispell are an hour drive. As the largest employer in Sanders County, we would love for you to join our team