Life Enrichment Program Assistant for Inpatient Services
On-site · Douglas, Georgia, United States
Job Summary
Assists with the development, implementation, facilitation, and evaluation of life enrichment programs under the direction of the Director of Life Enrichment Programs. Helps develop and maintain life enrichment calendars reflecting patient needs, including special occasions and group activities. Promotes ongoing delivery of life enrichment programs during evenings, weekends, and holidays. Assists in developing and maintaining a volunteer program (screening, orientation, training, supervision, and evaluation of volunteers). Participates in the Interdisciplinary team (IDT) and resident care conferences as directed. Participates in the RAI/Care Plan process as indicated by RAI guidelines. Coordinates and delivers life enrichment activities, maintains inter-departmental communication, adheres to departmental financial plans, and ensures necessary supplies and equipment are available. Serves as a facility liaison to promote engagement in community initiatives. Performs other duties to ensure center success. Qualifications include experience in life enrichment or healthcare, ability to read, write, and communicate effectively, and proficiency with relevant software. Certification requirements include GHCA Activity Director 36-Hour Certification with potential certification within the first year. Safety, privacy, and compliance standards must be followed; continuing education and mandatory in-services are expected.
Required Qualifications
- Qualified life enrichment professional with a minimum of one year of experience in a social or recreation program within the last five years or Qualified healthcare professional with a minimum of one year experience in a skilled nursing or similar care setting.
- GHCA Activity Director State Approved 36-Hour Certification Course. Preferred applicant must be certified or obtain certification within the first year of employment.
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