Activity Director

Description

Under the supervision of the Administrator, the Activities Director develops, coordinates, and implements activity programs for the personal enjoyment and benefit of the residents in accordance with current federal, state, and local standards to ensure the spiritual, emotional, recreational, and social needs of residents are met on an individual basis.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• In facilities with sixty (60) or more residents, the Activities Director must work a minimum of thirty (30) hours per week, in facilities with less than sixty (60) residents, the Activities Director will be required to work a minimum of twenty (20) hours per week.
• Coordinate and follow a calendar of activities based on the residents’ recreational needs including arranging, scheduling and supervising activities including games, plays, parties, sewing, picnics, shopping, walking, reading, movies, trips, puzzles, grooming, gardening, group discussions, crafts, art, and other forms of recreation.
• Physically transport residents to/from rooms as required and encourage resident participation in activities.
• Responsible for the care, storage and safekeeping of facility recreational equipment and developing and maintaining a system for resident use of recreational equipment.
• Responsible for recruitment, selection, orientation and daily supervision of activity staff and volunteers in conjunction with the Administrator.
• Record and report resident participation in clinical charts and prepare, review and update plans for each resident for surveys as required and needed to identify and update activities for the residents’ personal well-being.
• Identify and monitor social, recreational, and emotional needs of residents through routine interviews, visits and consultations with the resident, facility personnel and family members and promptly report to appropriate nursing authorities any changes in resident conditions.
• Ensure established safety rules and regulations are always observed and promptly report accidents, incidents, unsafe and hazardous conditions and/or equipment to the Administrator.
• Participate in in-service training to maintain skills competence, as necessary.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Must possess or be eligible to obtain the qualifications outlined in state and federal regulations.
• Must be able to interact positively with residents, families, and regulatory agencies, and work collaboratively with employees at all levels.
• Must be able to maintain consistent attendance and be willing to work long or irregular hours, often under pressure.

Physical Requirements:

• Must comply with all local health regulations and successfully complete a post-offer health assessment.
• Must be able to perform the essential functions of the position with or without reasonable accommodation.
• Physical and Sensory Requirements (with or without the use of mechanical devices):
• Ability to read, write, and speak fluent English to communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, and community agencies.
• Ability to perform physical activities such as walking, reaching, bending, stretching, pulling, and lifting.
• Adequate fine and gross motor coordination to carry out required tasks.

Work Environment:

• Long-term care facility setting.
• Exposure to residents with varying levels of care needs.
• May include evenings, weekends, holidays, and on-call shifts.

Core Competencies:

• Resident-centered care
• Professionalism and ethical conduct
• Team collaboration
• Problem-solving
• Cultural sensitivity and respect

Employer Statement:

The facility is an equal opportunity employer. Duties and responsibilities may change based on business needs.