ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

State of Arizona•Flagstaff, AZ

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About The Position

Would you like to be part of an amazing team that helps veterans thrive? At the Arizona Department of Veterans' Services (ADVS), we are committed to serving and honoring veterans, service members, and their families by ensuring that they receive the highest quality services so they can thrive for a lifetime! We are looking for a compassionate Activities Director. This position is responsible for managing and supervising a program of therapeutic recreation services for the Arizona State Veterans Home in Flagstaff, Arizona.

Requirements

Requires a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
Requires certification as a Recreation Therapist by the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or the National Association of Activity Professionals, or certification as a Music Therapist by the Certification Board for Music Therapists, or credential as a Certified Occupational Therapist Assistant.
Current Negative Tb skin test (Mantoux skin test) within the last twelve months or a written statement from a physician, physician's assistant or a registered nurse practitioner indicating freedom from tuberculosis, if in the past has had a positive skin test or tuberculosis
Ability to obtain and retain a valid AZ DPS Fingerprint Clearance Card.
Ability to drive on State business. Requires possession of and ability to retain a current, valid state-issued driver's license appropriate to the assignment. Employees who drive on State business are subject to driver's license record checks, must maintain acceptable driving records and must complete any required driver training (see A.AC. R2-10-207.11).

Nice To Haves

Clinical training/experience.
Strong background using one or more alternative therapy modalities.

Responsibilities

Design, plan, organize, coordinate, and implement recreation therapy services
Monitor and confer with department staff and interdisciplinary team regarding overall treatment plan
Monitor and evaluate responses to the programs to determine whether activities meet the assessed needs of the Veterans/Members, and makes revisions as needed
Ensure services are delivered in compliance with facility policies and procedures, as well as with the state, VA, and federal regulations
Provide training, education and support for therapeutic staff to ensure the goals and objectives of the work are met
Participate in the development and implementation of the interdisciplinary care plan for all residents receiving wellness services; attend care plan meetings
Assist Veterans/Members in the organization and continued development of council meetings in compliance with federal and state guidelines.
Maintain program and administrative records; prepare reports; ensure that information is documented in accordance with regulations and facility policies and procedures
Participate in budget planning process; monitor expenditures and work within budget parameters
Manage supplies and equipment for the Recreation Therapy and Wellness Services Programs
Develop and coordinate volunteer programs for the Arizona State Veteran Home to include orientation, training, assignments, supervision, and evaluation
Act as a liaison between the facility and community organizations and stakeholders.
Review Activities/Recreational Therapy policies and procedures, ensuring compliance with all regulatory standards; create new policies and procedures, as needed

Benefits

The opportunity to receive a pension and healthcare benefits for a lifetime!
Generous paid time-off benefits
Wellness and employee assistance programs, and so much more!
Sick leave
Vacation with 10 paid holidays per year
Health and dental insurance
Retirement plan
Life insurance and long-term disability insurance
Optional employee benefits include short-term disability insurance, deferred compensation plans, and supplemental life insurance

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