Activities Director

About the role

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate, creative, and experienced Activities Director to lead our Therapeutic Recreation Department. In this leadership role, you will develop and oversee engaging programs that promote the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of our residents while ensuring compliance with all federal and New York State regulations.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive therapeutic recreation and activities program in accordance with 42 CFR483.24 and New York State regulations.
• Develop individualized activity programs based on each resident's interests, abilities, needs, and care plan.
• Create meaningful daily programming for residents with varying cognitive and physical abilities, including specialized dementia programming.
• Supervise, schedule, mentor, and evaluate activity staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate special events, entertainment, holiday celebrations, religious services, community outings, and intergenerational programs.
• Complete required resident assessments, documentation, progress notes, and activity care plan updates.
• Maintain monthly activity calendars and communicate programming to residents and families.
• Collaborate with Nursing, Social Services, Rehabilitation, Dietary, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident quality of life.
• Manage departmental supplies, equipment, and budget.
• Ensure compliance with infection prevention practices, resident rights, life safety standards, and all federal and state regulations.
• Participate in QAPI initiatives, interdisciplinary meetings, state surveys, and regulatory inspections.
• Foster resident dignity, independence, engagement, and psychosocial well-being through innovative recreational programming.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Administration, Gerontology, Human Services, or a related field preferred.
• Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification preferred, or eligibility to obtain certification.
• Must meet the federal requirements for a qualified Activities Director under 42 CFR483.24.
• Minimum of 2–3 years of activities or therapeutic recreation experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, assisted living, or long-term care setting.
• At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience preferred.
• Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
• Passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors through engaging, person-centered programming.

Pay

$85,000 – $100,000 per year (based on experience)

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Insurance
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Recognition Program
• Company Perks & Employee Discounts
• Supportive and Collaborative Team Environment
• Opportunities for Professional Growth and Advancement