Activities Director

Overview Do you have strong interpersonal skills and a passion for geriatrics? We are seeking a full-time Activities Director to join our team. The facility is dedicated to maintaining the highest quality of life for those served while supporting family, friends, and the community. Responsibilities Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct all aspects of the activity department. Interpret department policies and procedures to employees, residents, visitors, government agencies, etc. Complete forms, reports, evaluations, studies, related to the activity department. Assess patient capabilities concerning activities and structure individual and group programs. Plan and direct all activity programs. Recruit and maintain volunteers to assist in activity programs. Compile social information and complete activity assessments. Coordinate the Resident Council and Family Council, and bring their concerns to the attention of the Administrator and other appropriate staff. Document patient progress and response to activity programs in patient progress notes, when necessary. Participate weekly in interdisciplinary patient care plan conferences to establish individualized plans of care for each resident; update patient care plans as necessary and at least quarterly. Supervise activity staff. Take primary responsibility for all charitable fundraising activities. Develop a monthly calendar of events with time and location to be posted in a central location. Submit yearly budget projections and requests to the administrator at the beginning of each fiscal year. Ensure patient mail is sorted and delivered to residents each day. Inventory, identify, purchase, and monitor equipment and supplies. Staffing, training, supervision, discipline, and scheduling for the department. Purchase necessary department supplies and equipment as authorized. Requirements Minimum of a high school diploma or completed a GED program. Skills Communication Ability to multi-task Attention to detail Organizational skills Ability to think creatively Strong interpersonal skills Customer service skills Benefits 401(k) Retirement Plan with company match Company-Paid Life Insurance Health, Vision, & Dental Disability Accident, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Plans Equal opportunity employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr