Activities Director

Brightwell Behavioral Health; East Lansing (MI); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player in behavioral health is seeking an Activities Director to enhance the lives of geriatric patients through engaging and therapeutic activities. This role involves assessing resident needs, planning diverse activities, and fostering community support. The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy and experience in geriatrics, ensuring that residents receive the care and interaction they deserve. Join a dedicated team committed to providing high-quality care and improving the quality of life for patients in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy or related field required.
• Must have CTRS certification or relevant experience in therapeutic activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement engaging activities for residents.
• Assess resident needs and develop activity goals.
• Document participation and outcomes effectively.

Skills

CPR Certification

CPI Certification

Geriatric Care Knowledge

Recreational Therapy

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Recreation Therapy

Job description

Department: Administrative
Classification: Non-Exempt

Date: August 23, 2019

Principle Functions:

The Activities Director is responsible for assessing, planning, implementing, and evaluating activity services for the assigned program, which involves defining and implementing treatment goals as a member of the interdisciplinary treatment team and providing continuous geriatric patient care, observation, interaction, and role modeling to patients in conjunction with and under the direction of the clinical managers.

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provide a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the residents that includes, but is not limited to:
  • Group social activities;
  • Indoor and outdoor activities, which may include daily walks;
  • Spiritual programs;
  • Opportunity for resident involvement in planning, choosing, and/or implementation of the activities program;
  • Creative activities and outlets such as arts, crafts, music, and drama;
  • Educational activities;
  • Exercise and motion activities; and
  • One-on-one activities, when necessary.
• Ensure that at least five hours of staff time is provided each day in which patients may participate.
• Prepare a monthly calendar of activities written in large print and posted in a prominent location that is visible to residents and visitors.
• Coordinate the activities program with other services in the facility.
• Assess resident needs and develop resident activities goals for the written care plan.
• Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes.
• Review goals and prepare progress notes.
• Properly and timely document reports and progress notes.
• Obtain necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage.
• Work with the administrator in developing and adhering to a budget.
• Foster family and community support of the activity program (e. g., through newsletters, networking, activities which bring family members or members of the community into the facility.
• Contribute to facility efforts to maintain and /or improve quality of care through participation in the following:
  • Attend treatment team meetings;
  • Assist in providing information to the quality manager.
  • Serve as a member and make recommendations to the behavior management committee.
  • Attend required meetings.
  • Attend mandatory in-service trainings.

Requirements:

Education: Bachelor's degree from an accredited college or university in recreation therapy or related therapeutic discipline. Qualifications also must include one of the following: Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification; or 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full time in a therapeutic activities program; or is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapist assistant; or has completed a training course approved by the state.

Experience: At least two years of related experience in geriatrics, with knowledge of behavior healthcare techniques

Skills: Successful completed of CPR, CPI.