Activities Director Full-Time

PACS

4d•$20 - $25

About The Position

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

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent required
Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals
Ability to read technical procedures
Ability to effectively present information and respond to questions from managers and employees
Ability to apply basic mathematical concepts such as fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions
Ability to solve practical problems
Ability to interpret written, oral, diagram, or schedule-based instructions
Activity Director Certification required
Frequent standing and walking
Occasional sitting
Frequent reaching, pushing, and pulling
Frequent talking and hearing
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

One (1) year experience in a long-term care facility preferred

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct resident-centered activity programs for the facility
Maintain knowledge of current federal and state regulations and professional standards related to resident activities
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 and provide written reports to the Administrator
Attend and participate in meetings including General Staff, Department Head, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Safety Committee, Marketing, and Resident/Family Council meetings
Assist the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in identifying and correcting quality deficiencies
Participate in resident assessments, care plan development, discharge planning, and activity documentation
Develop and maintain a monthly activity calendar including group activities, resident outings, and individualized in-room activities
Encourage resident participation in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading
Provide adaptive materials as needed, including large print, audio books, or Braille resources when appropriate
Ensure activity documentation and progress notes accurately reflect services provided and resident responses
Assist in arranging transportation for resident outings, appointments, and discharges as needed
Assist with the supervision and management of activity department staff