Activities Director

We are currently searching for a Full-Time Activity Director

This position is responsible for planning, developing, and providing quality Activity/Social programs designed to assist residents in using their personal potential both physically and mentally.

Essential Functions:

Must have excellent communication skills; written and verbal: to be able to read aloud, speak in front of groups, and formulate ideas on paper.

Must have excellent organizational skills.

Must possess the following mental abilities: alertness, judgement, initiative, mathematical ability, creativity, and imagination.

Must be able to work irregular hours including weekends and evenings for special events/activities

Responsibilities & Duties:

Supervises the Activity programming with all departments.

Implement an activities program which is reflective of the resident’s interests and the fiscal responsibilities of the community.

Communicates and coordinates activity programming with other departments.

Assist in developing and updating activities’ policies and procedures.

Meets requirement of Federal and State Health Departments and other regulatory entities as they relate to activities.

Order and maintain supplies needed for activities.

Ability to learn and assist in other areas of the facility.

Report resident changes to staff on duty.

Prepare monthly schedule of events and other documents as required.

Offer suggestions and ideas for improvement.

Respond appropriately to safety hazards, fire drills, and other emergency situations.

Maintain privacy and confidentiality of resident, resident’s records and resident’s living environment.

Understand and adheres to the Vulnerable Adult and Abuse Policy. Is familiar with the Resident’s Bill of Rights and adheres to it.

Communicates with residents and/or resident’s family.

Works as a team member with other personnel, supervisor, Nurse, and the community.

Demonstrate good interpersonal skills.

Assist residents in developing interpersonal relationships in socializing effectively and in developing the confidence needed to participate in group activities.

Must be compassionate and work with tact and ethical awareness.

Must be flexible and adaptable to changing situations.

Must be able to prioritize and organize work effectively and efficiently.

Promotes independence, not dependence with residents, offering choices and fostering self-help skills.

Must have knowledge of crafts and games; record keeping procedures, activity procedures and knowledge of the community.

Must monitor and control expenses to stay within budget. Identifies and justifies variances.

Working Conditions:

Performs most duties indoors, occasionally required to leave building for short periods of time, during all seasons.

Exposure of the peculiarities of the aged.

Must be able to drive the resident bus if necessary

Education and Experience:

At least one to one years' experience in activity programming in Senior Housing.

Sensitivity to the aging process.

Creativity in developing and planning programs.

Skills in-group leadership.

Excellent verbal and written skills.

Other duties as assigned

Job Requirements:

* Must present the highest standards of customer service to all residents, family members, co-workers and visitors

*Be prompt. Report all absences or tardiness within two hours of starting time in accordance with company attendance policy

* Have friendly, outgoing personality

* Must have excellent communication skills

* Must have excellent organizational skills

* Must possess the following mental abilities: alertness, judgement, initiative, creativity & imagination

* Must have critical thinking ability and be able to determine solutions to problems that arise

* Must be compassionate and work with tact & ethical awareness

* Must be able to operate a motor vehicle and have a clean driving record

Benefits:

· Health, Dental and Vision Insurance

· Paid Time Off

· Direct Deposit