Activities Director

Brickyard Healthcare•Evansville, IN

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About The Position

The Activities Director develops, organizes, and coordinates center and community resources to provide comprehensive activity services and programs that meet each resident’s needs and interests. The role includes assessing residents, creating individual recreation plans and monthly program calendars, coordinating resident and community participation, and maintaining program documentation.

Requirements

Currently licensed or registered in the state of practice, as required by the state, as an Activities Director, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist (OT), or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA).
At least two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years.
At least one year of full-time experience in a health care activities program.

Nice To Haves

Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist is preferred.

Responsibilities

Interview and assess residents before the initial Care Plan Conference; document findings in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan, and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings.
Update resident assessments and plans as needed and as required by state or federal regulations.
Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meet facility residents’ needs.
Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, families, and volunteers.
Manage the facility Volunteer Program.
Maintain departmental documentation of services provided and resident progress toward goals.
Coordinate with social services to facilitate the organization and continued development of a Resident’s Council.
Make job assignments and set priorities.
Serve as a member of the QAA committee.