Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

Day (United States of America)

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

36

Compensation:

Salary Range: $15.50 - $23.50

Union Position:

No

Department Details

Summary

The activities coordinator leads the planning and development of activity programming, and assures activities are lead in a safe and effective manner by staff.

Job Description

Act as a resource for employees, residents and family with concerns around established activities and other matters related to activities. Establish relationships with outside community partners to ensure a positive experience. Creates and plans activities around established resident care plans. Responsible for assessing the needs of audience, and developing programs that meets the needs of the residents. Completes activity assessments and minimum data set (MDS) questions as needed. Strives to improve the quality of life for the residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. Administers the monthly activity calendar. Regularly elicits residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities. Partakes in activities such as fishing, nature walks, pet therapy, music therapy and others in order to support residents and ensure they are functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity. May assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting residents to and from rooms. Oversees the effectiveness of programming being implemented, and provides necessary feedback to enhance the quality of activities being implemented. Must be self-directed with a high level of accountability and require minimal supervision.

Qualifications

High school graduate or equivalent required.

Two years’ experience in this field preferred. Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics. Experience in social services, creative activities or long term care desired.

When working in a skilled, long term care facility, must be eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body. Successful completion of an accredited training program approved by state preferred. The following requirements are all dependent upon the on work location: Current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS). Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet. 

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