Activities Director

SHAMIN HOTELS MASTER•Hopewell, VA

10d•$45,000•Onsite

About The Position

Position Summary: The Activities Coordinator will maintain on-going activities program for all residents. Activities will include passive and active recreation. This individual is under the direct supervision of the Administrator.

Requirements

A bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or related field or equivalent experience required.
Formal training working with older population required.
Knowledge of the Administration and management techniques to implement such recreational activities includes art music spiritual, etc. required.
Activities Coordinator will use equipment related to the performance of activities. These may include driving bus to setting up rooms for special events.
Must be proficient in the use of word processing, spreadsheets, and other required programs.
The Activities Coordinator must be able to meet a work schedule with multi-faceted tasks.
Physically this individual must have full mobility to attend a wide variety of functions (meetings, church events, special events, and sales calls).
This individual must have the stamina to carry out repetitive activities and the hand dexterity with which to operate equipment related to operating general office equipment such as copier, computer, dictaphone, adding machine, etc.
This individual must have physical strength to lift weight of at least 40-pounds.
The Activities Coordinator must always dress professionally and wear the company name badge at all times while on the facility grounds or community outings.
Employment is contingent upon proof of USA citizenship or work permit.
A valid Virginia driver’s license, criminal background check and passage of a drug screening are required.
This individual will abide by the Resident Rights mandated by the state of Virginia, Virginia Department of Social Services.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes and directs ongoing and meaningful activities program for all residents and family members.
Evaluates residents needs and develops Individual Service Plans.
Assesses residents on priority basis in cooperation with other staff.
Encourages resident involvement in activities. Directs and organizes the recording of the participation of residents in activities.
Coordinates, organizes, and implements volunteer program.
Develops monthly activity schedule and newsletter. Prints and distributes the activity schedule to all residents and in common areas. Submit to IT prior to the end of the month.
Develops and implements activities within the facility and outside of the facility.
Coordinates activities involving transportation of residents outside the facility.
Coordinates activities involving entertainment by community individuals and groups.
Coordinates the volunteer program of the facility.
Develops specific plans for the operations of the Activities Department/Facility.
Complies with facility policies and procedures.
Meet established schedules and deadlines.
Exhibits good work habits and problem-solving skills.
Develops effective working relationships with employees and is responsive to their needs.
Keep employees informed of all notices that affect them regarding activities.
Assist in additional work areas, enlarge abilities, and provide solutions to problems.
Delegates work to employees consistent with their ability to accept them.
Establishes good working relationships with other departments and administrative staff.
Exhibits good time management.
Communicate company policies effectively and consistently.
Orients new associates so they understand position as it relates to activities.
Meets budget demands.
Completes management responsibilities.
Complete a minimum of 20 hours management/activities training each year.
Other duties as assigned by the Administrator.