Activities Director

CommuniCare Health Services

11d

About The Position

Clay Healthcare Center is seeking an Activities Director to manage its activities team and help bring enjoyment to residents. The position plans, develops, coordinates, and evaluates resident-centered activities, involving residents in individualized program planning and advocating for their needs, preferences, interests, and rights. The Director participates in meetings, maintains activity records and reports, may assist with fundraising, and builds community relationships through outings and volunteer-provided activities. The role may also include disciplinary action when needed. This is a full-time, salaried position.

Requirements

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field, or completion of the 90-hour course for activities professionals and continuing education.
Prior management experience; supervisory or leadership experience is also specified, preferably in a healthcare environment.
Knowledge of activity practices, standards of practice, state practice acts and procedures, and laws, regulations, and guidelines pertaining to long-term care.
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant.
Ability to deal tactfully with team members, staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
Ability to plan, organize, and conduct a variety of activities.
Willingness to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing activity practices.
An active driver's license with a good driving record is required because the position may require driving; the qualifications also state that an active state driver's license may be required.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation (preferred).
Prior supervisory or leadership experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate diversified resident-centered activities.
Involve residents in planning individualized activity programs, oversee participation, and advocate for residents' needs, preferences, interests, and rights.
Participate in resident council, family council, department head, and other committee meetings as required.
Maintain records and reports related to activities.
May participate in fundraising events.
Promote positive relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community through outings and activities provided by volunteers.
Identify the need for and perform disciplinary action as required.