activities director

MARIONVALLEY; Marion (OH); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a dedicated Activity Director to lead and enhance resident-centered activities. This role involves planning, organizing, and implementing engaging activities while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication and problem-solving skills, as well as the ability to work effectively with residents, families, and staff. Join a supportive environment where your contributions will directly impact the quality of life for residents, fostering an engaging and vibrant community.

Qualifications

• 1 year experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical documents.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement resident-centered activities for the facility.
• Support quality assurance and develop action plans for deficiencies.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving skills

Mathematical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Tools

Activity Director certification

Job description

Job Description

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the resident-centered activities for the facility. Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards. Provide effective communication between employees at all levels, residents, their families, support personnel, government agencies, and the public to meet the needs and best interests of residents, the community, and the facility.

Participate in community planning related to the facility's interests and the needs of residents and families. Assist in reviewing and developing correction plans for activity deficiencies noted during surveys and provide reports to the Administrator. Attend regular meetings including staff, department heads, quality improvement, safety, marketing, and resident/family councils.

Support the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing action plans for quality deficiencies. Participate in discharge planning, develop and implement activity care plans, and conduct resident assessments. Arrange transportation for residents' outings, appointments, or discharges.

Develop monthly activity schedules including outings, group activities, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents. Encourage residents to participate in hobbies, crafts, and reading; provide appropriate materials, including Braille or audio books. Ensure all activity notes are detailed and reflective of the services provided and resident responses.

Supervisory Responsibilities

Assist in supervising and managing activity staff.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Ability to read and comprehend technical and procedural documents.
• Effective communication skills to present information and respond to questions.
• Mathematical skills to apply fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Problem-solving and interpretative skills for practical situations.
• Activity Director certification required.

Physical Demands

Frequent standing, walking, reaching, talking, hearing, tasting, and smelling. Frequent lifting up to 50 pounds. Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling. Vision requirements include close, distance, color, peripheral, and depth perception.

Work Environment

Typically low to moderate noise levels. Reasonable accommodations available for disabilities. Management may reassign duties as needed.

Additional Information

This description is not exhaustive and may change. Responsibilities, duties, and skills are subject to modification based on organizational needs.