Activity Director

Job Description

Job Description

The Activity Director is responsible for planning, supervising, and evaluating a comprehensive activities program that promotes the physical, mental, and emotional well-being of participants. The director ensures that all services align with state regulations and reflect the individual needs, interests, and abilities of each participant. This includes the development of care plans and the maintenance of accurate progress notes.

Key Responsibilities:

Program Planning & Implementation:

 

1. • Design and coordinate a structured schedule of diverse activities that meet the physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs of participants.
   • Provide opportunities for individual and group participation in social, recreational, educational, and therapeutic activities.

Care Plan Development:

 

1. • Conduct Activities/Recreation Services Assessments within 14 days of each participant’s admission.
   • Develop and update individualized activity care plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team based on participant assessments and preferences.
   • Ensure care plans are person-centered, culturally sensitive, and responsive to medical and psychosocial needs.

Documentation & Progress Notes:

 

1. • Maintain detailed and timely documentation of participants’ activity participation and responses.
   • Write and update progress notes that reflect each participant’s engagement, behavior, goals, and any changes in condition or activity needs.
   • Ensure records are compliant with all regulatory and internal standards.

Staff Supervision & Training:

 

1. • Supervise and provide ongoing training to activity aides and volunteers.
   • Ensure sufficient activity personnel are scheduled to meet program needs and client ratios.

Compliance & Communication:

 

1. • Ensure all activities meet New Jersey state regulations and licensing requirements.
   • Post daily and weekly activity schedules and ensure clear communication with participants, families, and staff.
   • Collaborate with nursing, social work, and dietary teams to integrate care goals.

Client Engagement & Inclusion:

 

1. • Adapt programs to accommodate clients with cognitive impairments, including dementia.
   • Promote inclusion and ensure programming reflects the interests, cultural background, and capabilities of all participants.

Qualifications:

• Certified Activities Director (ADC) preferred.
• Must be licensed or registered in the State of New Jersey, as required.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in adult day care, long-term care, or geriatric services.
• Strong organizational, documentation, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Experience working with individuals with dementia or developmental disabilities is a plus.

Medical Adult Day Care Center

Company Description

Medical Adult Day Care Center