Activities Director

PACS

15d•$20 - $25•Onsite

About The Position

The primary purpose of the Activities Director position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Activity Department in accordance with current federal, state, local, and corporate standards, regulations, and guidelines. This role ensures an ongoing, resident-centered activities program designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident based on comprehensive assessments.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Activity Director Certification required
Ability to read and comprehend technical procedures and policy manuals
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees
Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions to practical situations
Ability to solve practical problems
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions
Frequent standing and walking
Occasional sitting
Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling
Frequent talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling
Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds
Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception, and ability to adjust focus

Nice To Haves

Preferably one (1) year of experience in a long-term care facility

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct resident-centered activity programs
Maintain knowledge of current federal and state regulations and professional standards
Communicate effectively with residents, families, staff, support personnel, government agencies, and the public
Participate in community planning related to resident interests and facility services
Participate in facility surveys conducted by authorized government agencies
Assist in developing and implementing plans of correction for activity-related survey deficiencies
Attend and participate in facility meetings, including General Staff, Department Head, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance (TEAM, Infection Control), Safety Committee, Marketing, and Family/Resident Council meetings
Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in identifying and correcting quality deficiencies
Participate in discharge planning, resident assessments, and activity care plan development
Assist with arranging transportation for resident outings, appointments, and discharges as needed
Develop and maintain a monthly activity calendar including group activities, resident outings, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents
Encourage resident participation in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading
Provide appropriate materials, including Braille or audio books when necessary
Ensure activity documentation and progress notes are accurate, descriptive, and reflective of resident responses
Assist with the supervision and management of activity staff