Activities Director

Arbors at Delaware; Delaware (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental, vision and prescription

401K retirement

Tuition reimbursement

HSA/FSA options

Job summary

Arbors at Delaware is seeking a Certified Activities Director to lead and evaluate activity therapy programs for a diverse resident population. You will perform comprehensive assessments, design individualized plans, organize engaging activities, and collaborate with rehab and social services teams to enhance resident well‑being.

Responsibilities include managing a budget, coordinating speakers and trips, supervising activity staff, and ensuring compliant documentation and quality measures.

Qualifications

• Performs comprehensive assessment for each resident.
• Develops individualized activity programs based on assessment.
• Completes MDS, RAPS timely and documents responses.
• Works with interdisciplinary team to optimize resident well-being.
• Manages budget for equipment and supplies.

Responsibilities

• Develops and maintains activity programs aligned with resident interests.
• Arranges speakers, trips, and community volunteers.
• Supervises Resident Activity Assistants.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation and social services teams.
• Ensures complete resident activity documentation and program efficacy.

Skills

Assessment

Program development

Documentation

Interdisciplinary teamwork

Budgeting

Education

BS in Recreation Therapy

Bachelor’s in Human Service field

BS in Occupational Therapy

COTA certification

Associate in Human Service field

Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state)

High School diploma with experience

Tools

MDS/RAPS knowledge

Job description

Arbors at Delaware
2270 Warrensburg Rd
Delaware, OH 43015, USA

Description

Certified Activities Director

Facility: Arbors at Delaware

Why Choose Arbors?

• One of Ohio’s Largest Providers of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options

Summary:

Through comprehensive assessment and evaluation, the Life Enrichment Director (Activities Director) develops program of activity therapy from a holistic approach to meet the needs of a diverse resident population.

Qualifications:

Education:

• BS in Recreation Therapy preferred or
• Bachelor’s degree in human service field, with relevant experience* or
• BS in Occupational Therapy, with relevant experience or
• Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant, with relevant experience* or
• Associate degree in human service field, with relevant experience *or
• Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state-specific) AND must have worked full time under the supervision of licensed recreational therapist or certified activity director in a long-term care setting for a minimum of one year.
• If no state-specific certification program exists may have high school diploma or equivalent with two years of experience in social or recreational programming within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full time in a patient activity program in a health care setting. Must have completed 6 credits of college courses, including 1 English course in composition, technical or report writing, and one course in area of Art/Recreational Programming, Science or Management with a passing grade.

Licenses/Certification:

• Certified Recreation Therapist preferred or
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or
• Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state specific)

Job Functions:

• Performs comprehensive assessment for each resident to determine level of abilities combined with past and current interests.
• Based on findings develops an individualized program of activity pursuits that are meaningful to the resident.
• Completes MDS, RAPS in a timely manner, utilizing observation and assessment/monitoring tools.
• Documents resident response to care plans and evaluates individual resident activity care plans for effectiveness.
• Develops and utilizes a budget sufficient to maintain equipment and purchase supplies, enabling staff to provide for prescribed activity models.
• Utilizes the “biopsychosocial” model to create meaningful activities for individuals.
• As an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizes cutting edge models of approach, such as music therapy, pet therapy, aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, etc.
• Arranges for speakers, presenters, advocates, and clergy to interact with individuals and groups of residents.
• Arranges and coordinates off-site activity trips, when available or appropriate.
• Develops and maintains community volunteer efforts.
• Fosters sense of community with the center environment.
• Supervises Resident Activity Assistants.
• Performs othertasksas assigned.

Clinical Functions :

• Collaborates with rehabilitation department to arrange activities that promote functional independence.
• Communicates relevant data to other disciplines, such as providing information on fluidand snack intake at activities to nutrition services.
• Through in-service training, educates all staff members on approaches and models.
• Collaborates with social services personnel and consults with interdisciplinary team.
• Ensures all resident activity documentation is complete.
• Utilizes Quality Indicators/Quality Measures Report to evaluate program efficacy for individuals and overall performance; makes program changes when needed.
• Assists resident/family and social services with discharge planning, by providing insights on effective activity interventions.

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