Activity Director

POSITION TITLE: ACTIVITY DIRECTOR

DEPARTMENT: ACTIVITIES CLASSIFICATION: EXEMPT

REPORTS TO: ADMINISTRATOR

POSITION PURPOSE:

Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Activity Department by current, federal, state, and local

standards, guidelines, and regulations, our established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the

Administrator, to assure an on-going program of activities is designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental, and

psychosocial well-being of each resident.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF POSITION:

• Establishes an activity program of wide variety for residents, enhancing the residents’ “wellness”, in harmony

with the overall plan of care set forth by the Health Care Team.

• Plans, implements, supervises, and supports all operations of the activities department.
• Directs and organizes therapeutic activities to assist residents in meeting care plan objectives.
• Responsible for ensuring seven (7) day activity plan is developed and adhered to.
• Regulates content of the program by residents’ abilities, needs, and interests. The program must meet Federal

and State guidelines.

• Maintains documentation on each resident including assessments, care plans, and progress notes.

Documentation reflects residents’reactions and evidence of progress or other changes in condition.

• Counsels and encourages residents to develop independent leisure activities.
• Organizes and coordinates special outings and accompanies residents on outings.
• Develop monthly activities that are seasonal and appropriate for the type of resident served.
• Participates in departmental budget planning and supplies monthly reports to the Administrator.
• Supervises and conducts in-service training for staff members on topics about activities and recreation.
• Understands and adheres to the guidelines of “Residents Rights”.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

EDUCATION/REQUIREMENTS:

Activity Director Certification is required. Associate Degree preferred plus a minimum of 3 years relevant experience, or

equivalent experience and education. Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional

who is licensed by the state, and is eligible for certification as a recreation specialist or as an activities professional.

Experience in a social or recreation program within the last 5 years; or must be a qualified occupational therapist or

occupational therapy assistant. Must have high energy, creative thinking skills, strong leadership skills, budgeting skills,

communication and computer skills.