Activity Director

Activities Director

Summary/Objective
In keeping with our organization’s goal of improving the lives of the Residents we serve, the Director of Activities is responsible for the planning, development and overall operation of the Activities Department which implements and directs activity programs that meet the physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs of Residents.

• Responsible for the overall operations of the facility’s Activity Department which includes supervision of staff, development and implementation of departmental policy and procedures, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, local regulations.
• Regularly develops new programs to meet new trends and industry standards.
• Responsible for operating the Activities department within budgetary guidelines and limitations.
• Observe and report Resident’s attendance, participation, and behavior changes by documenting and charting.
• Participates in the care planning process by attending care plan meetings, providing specific information and observations of the Resident’s needs, preferences and report any behavioral changes.
• Meets and greets all new Residents and residents upon arrival to the facility.
• Performs administrative tasks such as charting, care planning, reports and etc.
• Completes assigned MDS portions accurately and on time.
• Affords assistance with the recruitment and selection of Activity staff.

Qualifications

• Highschool Diploma/Equivalent
• Be certified or eligible for certification as an activity director certified (ADC) by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals
• Activity Director Experience in a Long Term Care Setting