Director of Recreation

Insight Memory Care Center•Fairfax, VA

About The Position

IMCC is seeking a Director of Recreation who is primarily responsible for developing, planning, implementing, and evaluating the day-to-day activities for Center participants. Thus position works with several assistants to create a calendar of person-centered, therapeutic and meaningful activities, reaching all domains of practice (cognitive, physical, spiritual, etc.) As the person-centered care model is the foundation of the program, this position is responsible for the overall engagement of the participants in programs that will not only meet their needs of engagement, but will offer the opportunity for them to be successful. The Director of Recreation directly oversees the Recreation Department. This position reports directly to the Day Center Director.

Requirements

Associates or Bachelor's Degree in Recreation, Music, or Art Therapy (or related field), or equivalent work experience required
Certified activity professional through a recognized accreditation body required
Experience in working with individuals with dementia required (5 years preferred)
Experience in Managing and Supervising Staff (5 years preferred)
Strong written and verbal communication skills are required
Ability to work independently required
Ability to sit, stand, walk, bend and squat for prolonged periods
Ability to push and pull objects and lift and carry up to 20 pounds, unassisted, on a frequent basis (occasionally up to 50 pounds)
Full use of gross and fine motor skills of the upper and lower extremities (i.e., typing on a keyboard, use of a computer, mailings, etc.)
Ability to drive a vehicle and navigate effectively in service region
Must be able to execute the terms and conditions set forth in the Insight Memory Care Center Employee Handbook, including, but not limited to: Works in a safety-conscious manner which ensures that safe work practices are used in order not to pose a risk to self or others in the workplace. Reports any safety violations or hazards to supervisor. Complies with company policies and procedures and local, state, and federal regulations. Adheres to policy on Drug-Free Workplace. Interacts in a tactful, diplomatic, and humanistic manner with participants, families, visitors, and co-workers to provide a safe, efficient, and therapeutically effective caring environment which ensures the self-respect, personal dignity, rights and physical safety of each participant and facility guest. Maintains a dependable attendance record and adheres to standards of cleanliness, grooming, hygiene, and dress code. Takes positive action to ensure equal opportunity in the conduct of all business activities without regard to race, color, religion, sex/gender, age, national origin, disability, citizenship, veteran status or any other legally protected category.