Activities Director

Program/Dept: Willow MHRCReports To: Facility AdministratorClassification: Full-Time, ExemptPosition Description: The Activities Director supports clients to achieve treatment goals by developing; supervising and coordinating the therapeutic activity program. Responsible for supervising the MHRC Rehabilitation team and participates as part of the MHRC Leadership team.Essential Duties & Responsibilities:Develop and maintain a respectful, caring, tolerant, ethical, and empowering relationship with all individuals served.Develop and coordinate a therapeutic activity program that will provide diverse and dynamic opportunities for clients to achieve their treatment goals.Ensure that all client program activities are consistently scheduled and meet quality standards set by regulatory and contractual requirements.Ensure that Rehabilitation staff are scheduled so that all shifts are covered, and client needs are met.Maintain receipts for all expenditures in the MHRC Rehabilitation Department and submit in a timely manner to the Business Manager.Recruit, hire, train and supervise all Rehabilitation Department staff, providing ongoing daily support and guidance.Supervise quality and timely completion of all clinical documentation assigned to the Rehabilitation Department.Establish and maintain productive working relationships with other MHRC departments and with County BHRS representatives, regulatory agencies, community resources, and others with whom the program interacts.Provide crisis intervention as necessary.Participate in an on-call rotation that ensures sufficient crisis support and continual back-up coverage for program staff.In conjunction with all other program staff, actively participate in the effort to ensure that the facility environment is clean, safe, attractive, and comfortable at all times. Notify program leadership of all needs for repair or maintenance of the facility.Participate in staff meetings and attend other meetings, as assigned.Attend and participate in regularly scheduled supervision sessions.Attend training events, as assigned.Must be passionate about Caminar's mission.Must have a BS/BA degree in Occupational Therapy, Recreational Therapy, Creative Arts Therapy, Vocational Counseling, or related field. MS/MA preferred.Have two (2) years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five (5) years, one (1) year of which was full-time in client activities and programs in a mental health setting.Registered or eligible for registration as an Occupational Therapist, Creative Arts Therapist or Recreational Therapist in the state of California is preferred but not required.One (1) year of supervisory experience.Ability to develop, complete, and maintain accurate records in accordance with Medi-Cal, County, State, and agency standards.Ability to train and coach others in completing program assessments and treatment plans.Ability to train and coach others in developing client-centered, culturally competent evidence-based treatment groups and activities.Time management and strong organizational skills.Oral communication: speaks clearly and persuasively in positive or negative situations, demonstrates group presentation skills, and conducts meetings.Quality management: looks for ways to improve and promote quality and demonstrates accuracy and thoroughness.Planning/organizing prioritizes and plans work activities, uses time efficiently and develops realistic action plans.Adaptability: adapts to changes in the work environment, manages competing demands, and can deal with frequent change, delays, or unexpected events.Dependability: is consistently at work and on time, follows instructions, responds to leadership direction, and solicits feedback to improve performance.Safety and security actively promote and personally observes safety and security procedures and uses equipment and materials properly.Must be a dynamic self-starter with demonstrated ability to work independently on special projects.Position Requirements:Physical: Occasionally required to push/pull objects up to 50 lbs., and to lift/carry objects up to 25 lbs. Frequently required to perform moderately difficult manipulative tasks such as typing, writing, etc. Must be able to walk, stand, and sit for extended periods.Sensory: Frequently required to read documents, written reports, and plans. Must be able to distinguish normal sounds with some background noise, as in answering the phone, interacting with residents and staff, etc. Must be able to speak clearly and understand/be understood using the English language.Cognitive: Frequently required to concentrate on moderate detail with constant interruption. Must be able to attend a task/function for 20-45 minutes at a time. Frequently required to understand and relate to specific ideas, several at a time. Must be able to remember multiple tasks/assignments given to self and others over a period of several days.Environmental Conditions: Frequent exposure to varied office and mixed (residential/office) environments. Occasional exposure to toxins and poisonous substances, dust, and loud noises.Equipment: Frequently required to use a computer, phone, and fax machine.Essential Requirements:Must be able to meet and receive a criminal records clearance, as required by Title XXII, other licensing regulations, and Caminar practices.This position may require limited, occasional, or frequent driving. If required, a valid California driver's license, a reliable personal vehicle, and current personal auto insurance is required by law. In addition, an MVR sufficient to obtain and maintain insurability under agency auto liability policies are all essential job requirements.Must be able to pass post offer, pre-employment medical and drug tests as required under State Community Care Licensing regulations and/or agency policies.If applicable, a personal cell phone with reliable service and a data plan to use for business purposes.May be required to obtain and maintain First Aid and CPR certification. #J-18808-Ljbffr