Activity Coordinator

The position of Activities Coordinator plays a vital role in the support provided to each person in the areas of Activities. The Activities Coordinator provides continuous and active involvement, which includes an assertive and consistent implementation of an Individuals Service Plan, based on each person’s strengths and needs.

The Activities Coordinator is accountable and responsible for the direct supervision and teaching- and “hands on” assisting with each person served, including but not limited to, the following areas: homemaker & personal care services, health & medical care, dietary & special menu orders, independent living skill development, vocational and community employment interests, adaptive equipment and assistance supplies/items, mobility and safety awareness, transportation, socialization & leisure skills.

The Activities Coordinator is required to function as a team member with co-workers, the interdisciplinary team, and staff associates in an accountable and professional manner. The Direct Support Professional will be expected to implement all job requirements in the facility and/or community setting.

The Activities Coordinator shall be responsible for all Activities Programs at PALS Chrysalis Health Adult Day Programs. He/she shall maintain the Activities budget for all locations, assist in Activity Calendar, and ensure scheduled activities are ran safely and properly. They are responsible for staff in the Activities programs, including but not limited to, proper staff ratios, proper equipment, proper curriculum, proper training.

POSITION’S ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Coordination of transportation needs to & from community events in all aspects of Activities programming.
• Submission of daily attendance and reports changes in attendance in Activities program as necessary.
• Assist in maintaining Activities program budgets.
• Creates and ensures meaningful Activity programing is scheduled and facilitated per the monthly activity calendar.
• Ensure all Activity equipment is in good working order, including but not limited to, programing, safety, mechanical, medical, etc.
• Responsible for the overall supervision of the Activities group giving support in areas of vulnerability.
• Responsible for reviewing and ensuring all Activity documentation is completed timely and accurately reflects the days programing. This includes, but is not limited to, transportation, billing, and program documentation.
• Responsible for the submission of unusual incidents. This includes the assessment of risk to the individual’s health & safety and ensures proper notification.
• Contributes to and attends weekly staff meetings.
• Promotes a supportive environment by modeling the guidelines of company philosophy, confidentiality, people-first language, empowerment, and fair and reasonable treatment of others.
• Responsible for building and maintaining professional relationships with community vendors to assist in Activities program planning.