Activities Director

About the Role

The Activity Director provides an ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.

Responsibilities

• Develop and plan activities including, but not limited to:
  • Group social activities
  • Spiritual programs and attendance at houses of worship
  • Opportunities for resident involvement in planning and implementation of activities
  • Creative activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama, and educational programs
  • Exercise activities
  • Promotion of facility and community interaction
• Prepare, plan, and coordinate a monthly calendar of activities
• Oversee Activity Aides
• Train and supervise volunteers when appropriate
• Assess resident needs and develop resident activities goals for the written care plan
• Encourage residents to participate in activities and document appropriately
• Review resident goals and progress notes
• Properly document MDS reports and progress notes
• Participate with the Administrator in developing the activity budget, including creatively sourcing funds
• Foster relationships with family members and community partners that may assist in supporting the Activity department
• Attend care plan meetings, QAPI, and department head meetings as necessary
• Other duties as assigned

Requirements

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Satisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors
• 2 years minimum of experience in a social or recreational program
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

Physical Demands

• Required to sit, stand, bend, and walk regularly
• Lift and/or move up to 25 pounds
• Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate