Director of Activities - ALF

Elderwood • Buffalo, NY

18h • Onsite

About The Position

Elderwood Assisted Living at Cheektowaga is seeking a Director of Activities to ensure residents remain engaged and active. The role develops and directs leisure-time activities designed for entertainment, relaxation, socialization, exercise, stimulation, learning new skills, and supporting residents’ individual psychological, social, and spiritual needs. The Director also orients, trains, and supervises Activity Leaders and volunteers.

The position requires regular interaction with residents, coworkers, visitors, and supervisors. Employees must be able to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level to support communication and a safe work environment.

Requirements

• An associate degree and training in recreation.
• Approval by the New York State Department of Health based on experience and training.
• Experience with individuals with cognitive impairment and/or behavior management.
• Demonstrated computer skills, including Microsoft Office (Word and Excel) and web-based applications.
• Ability to read, write, speak, and understand English at an intermediate or more advanced level.

Nice To Haves

• Certification in dementia and/or behavior management (e.g., CDT), or willingness to obtain it within one year of hire.
• Demonstrated supervisory experience.

Responsibilities

• Plan, direct, and schedule a monthly program of group, individual, and independent activities suited to residents’ capabilities and interests, and promote and communicate the activity calendar.
• Direct Activity Leaders in implementing all phases of the Activity Department programs.
• Plan the Volunteer Program and recruit, orient, train, and direct volunteers.
• Cultivate and maintain good public relations and contact with service groups and other community organizations.
• Interview new residents and prepare initial assessment information, including assigned sections of MDS+.
• Attend Resident Care planning meetings and/or review Resident/Family Care plan review sessions; write and/or review each resident’s Activities plan of care in the Medical Record Chart.
• Prepare and/or review required documentation, including initial evaluations, progress notes, activity-program attendance, and discharge summaries.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Director
• Education Level: Associate degree