The Activity Director provides ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: 

• Develop and plan activities including, but not limited to:
• Group social activities
• Spiritual programs and attendance at houses of worship
• Provide opportunities for resident involvement in planning and implementation of activities
• Creative Activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama and educational programs
• Exercise activities
• Promotion of facility and community interaction
• Prepare, plan and coordinate a monthly calendar of activities
• Oversight of Activity Aides
• Train, and supervise volunteers when appropriate
• Assess resident needs and develop resident activities goals for the written care plan
• Encourage residents to participate in activities and document appropriately
• Review resident goals and progress notes
• Properly document MDS reports and progress notes
• Participate with the Administrator in developing the activity budget, including creatively sourcing funds
• Foster relationships of family members and community partners that may assist in supporting the Activity department
• Attend care plan meetings, QAPI, and department head meetings as necessary
• Other duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or its equivalent
• Skilled Nursing experience preferred
• Must have healthcare experience
• Satisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors
• 2 years minimum of experience in a social or recreational program
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills

PHYSICAL DEMANDS: Required to sit, stand, bend and walk regularly; lift and/or move up to 25pounds.

• Visual and auditory ability sufficient for written and verbal communication.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate.