ACTIVITY DIRECTOR

Ruleville Nursing and Rehabilitation Center • Ruleville, MS

360d

About The Position

Under the direction of the Executive Director, the Activity Director is responsible for planning and directing a program of diversified activities for residents of the Facility. The activity program must meet the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial needs and well-being of each resident. The goal of the activity program is to provide mental and physical stimulation as well as to create an invigorating social atmosphere for the residents. This position requires knowledge of age specific developmental factors specific to adult and geriatric residents. Possesses a good knowledge of the organization and the techniques of a diversified program of meaningful, appropriate leisure time activities in an Assisted Living Facility. Possesses knowledge of the special needs of the aged, ill and/or disabled, as it relates to program development.

Requirements

• One year experience in a geriatric care setting in providing or developing recreational or activity programs is required or two years experience in a geriatric health care setting.
• Education in occupational or recreational therapy may be counted for the experience.
• Must have current CPR and First Aid Certification.
• Previous long-term care and supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Acts appropriately under the direction of the Executive Director and acts as an active member of the interdisciplinary team.
• Adjusts to changes in assignments to meet resident and family needs.
• Coordinates and encourages an active Volunteer Program.
• Directs other activity personnel in implementing activity programs and services at the Facility.
• Provides Department Heads with a schedule of planned activity programs and posts calendars in conspicuous locations.
• Provides the Executive Director with a monthly statistical report of the number of planned activities.
• Maintains a system of records including information on residents, progress notes, attendance, and activity assessments.
• Attends the Care Plan conferences and identifies problems and develops goals for inclusion on the resident's individual Care Plan.
• Conducts in-service programs related to activities policies and procedures for activities staff.
• Interviews new residents upon admission to identify their needs and interest in various activity programs.
• Provides personal services for residents such as writing letters and transporting them to community events.
• Delegates assignments to activity staff for smooth functioning of activity programs.
• Decorates Facility with seasonal décor, including holiday decorations.
• Performs various Quality Assurance audits and participates in the monthly QA meetings.
• Requisitions equipment and supplies as necessary for activity programs.
• Performs light housekeeping tasks such as clean-up following parties and programs.
• Maintains established Activity standards under the direction of the Executive Director.
• Explores and utilizes available community resources applicable to residential health care Facility programs.
• Demonstrates good knowledge of activities program direction and supervision.
• Instructs and supervises others in the functions and techniques of the Activity program.

Benefits

• Supports the Mission, Values and Vision of the Facility.
• Is knowledgeable of resident rights and supports an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity and well-being of residents.
• Participates in common teamwork and promotes positive public relations with residents, family members and guests.
• Maintains current practice standards or changes by participating in educational opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: No Education Listed
• Number of Employees: 11-50 employees