Director of Activities-$2,500 Sign on Bonus

About the role

Azria Health has an opening for a Director of Activities to plan and implement an innovative, evidence-based activity program for residents.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules and implements a seven days per week activity program (at least five programs per day with one program in the evening) that is engaging and incorporates emotional, intellectual, physical, social, and spiritual dimensions
• Organizes and/or conducts outings of interest to residents; drives residents to and from scheduled outings and events using the community vehicle
• Arranges for resident parties and entertainment
• Promotes participation and individual resident interaction by developing an understanding of residents' interests and programming to those interests
• Coordinates the development of the in-house newsletter with input from residents, employees, and guests; oversees distribution of the newsletter to residents, families, and community groups
• Shows consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude, and works well under pressure
• Participates in the care planning process by attending care plan meetings, providing specific information and observations of residents' needs and preferences, and reporting any behavioral changes
• Possesses leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise staff assigned to the department or projects
• Encourages professional growth of personnel

Physical demands

• Ability to assist residents on and off bus, van, or car
• May be required to move or arrange furniture for activities and/or climb, stoop, bend, kneel, push, and reach to carry out activities
• Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely through the building and to assist while involved in activities or transportation
• Specific vision abilities required include close vision, distant vision, and peripheral vision
• Ability to remain calm under stress
• Able to carry out essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of self and/or others

Minimum qualifications

• Must pass background screen and drug screen
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize, and communicate appropriate activities that promote participation and enthusiasm among residents
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties/projects within the time allotted
• Use effective time management skills

Education and experience

• Experience working in a group setting with elders is preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Associate or bachelor's degree in human service or recreation therapy preferred
• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions

Certificates, licenses, registrations

• CNA license required
• Licensed or registered, if applicable, by the state
• Eligibility for state certification as an activity director preferred
• Valid state Driver's License or Chauffeur's license as required by property and/or state
• First Aid Certification desired

Benefits

• 401K
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Vacation
• Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage

Job Type: Full Time