Activity Director
Aventura Health Group
Position Summary: The Activities Director is responsible for developing, organizing, and leading a comprehensive activity and recreation program that meets the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social needs of all residents. The goal is to enhance the overall quality of life for residents through meaningful, engaging, and person-centered activities.
Key Responsibilities: Program Planning & Implementation:
Key Responsibilities: Program Planning & Implementation:
- Design and implement a variety of daily, weekly, and monthly activities tailored to residents' interests, abilities, and care levels (e.g., games, music, crafts, outings, spiritual services).
- Create and publish a monthly activity calendar for residents and staff.
- Plan and coordinate seasonal events, holiday celebrations, and family involvement programs .
- Offer one-on-one visits and in-room activities for residents who are bedbound or in isolation.
- Encourage and assist residents in participating in activities.
- Modify activities to ensure inclusion of residents with physical or cognitive limitations.
- Foster a warm, welcoming environment that supports resident choice, autonomy, and dignity .
- Solicit resident input through surveys, councils, or direct conversations to guide programming.
- Maintain accurate documentation of resident participation and activity assessments.
- Comply with state and federal regulations, including requirements from CMS (F-tags).
- Work closely with nursing, dietary, social services, and therapy teams.
- Order and manage activity supplies and budget.
- Supervise and schedule activity assistants and volunteers.
- Communicate with families about events and resident participation.
- Build relationships with community groups, entertainers, schools, or churches for event partnerships.
- Coordinate and host family engagement nights, volunteer programs, or intergenerational events.
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state-recognized credential) preferred or willing to obtain
- Experience in recreation or activities in long-term care, assisted living, or healthcare setting preferred
- Strong creativity, leadership, and communication skills
- Compassionate and patient approach to working with seniors and individuals with disabilities or dementia
- Must be organized, flexible, and able to manage multiple priorities
- Basic computer skills and ability to maintain electronic records
- CPR/First Aid certification preferred (or willing to obtain)
- Ability to lift/move up to 25 lbs
- Frequent walking, standing, bending, and lifting
- Able to push residents in wheelchairs and assist in group mobility
- Typically Monday-Friday, 8:00 AM-5:00 PM
- Some evenings, weekends, and holidays required for events and special programs
Vacancy posted 3 days ago
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