Activities Director Job Description Template
Our company is looking for a Activities Director to join our team.
Responsibilities:
- Develop activity programs to allow residents to participate within their capabilities;
- Train, support and instruct other staff members to conduct activities;
- Maintain a list of volunteer positions, as needed;
- Accept on-call responsibilities as assigned by supervisor;
- Complete the activity assessment for each Resident within one week after move in. Update annually;
- Determine the resources needed to each resident’s activity needs and obtain approval to obtain necessary items from the Administrator;
- Remain cordial to residents, visitors, family members and other staff members at all times. Ensure exceptional customer service;
- Work with facility management team to implement and maintain employee engagement practices;
- Generate new activities and work with individuals in the community to bring new entertainment, ideas, and volunteers to Silver Bluff Village;
- Others as directed by the supervisor or administrator;
- Set up live entertainment for various functions;
- Attend in-service education programs in order to meet facility educational requirements;
- Maintain a pictorial scrapbook of activities and events sponsored by the facility during the year;
- Communication to a wide diversified span of individuals;
- Overall direction of the Activities Department.
Requirements:
- Must be able to communicate well, verbally and in writing;
- Experience in Customer Service when dealing with patients and their families a plus;
- Comply with the Residents’ Rights and Facility Policies and Procedures;
- Must be a qualified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who is: Has completed a training course;
- Must have knowledge of growth and development and show expertise for the geriatric;
- Perform Essential Duties as outlined above;
- Must be a qualified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist who is: Licensed or registered, if applicable by the State of Louisiana;
- Skill at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical or sensory disabilities;
- 1-2 years experience in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting;
- Meet general health requirements set forth by the policies of this facility, which may include a medical and physical examination;
- Must have strong interpersonal skills working with seniors, MI population, ability to read, write and speak English language;
- Assist in the evacuation of residents during emergency situations;
- Must have or working toward Activities certification within 3 months of hire;
- Certified activity coordinator by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals; or;
- Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist or an activities professional who is eligible for certification.