Activities Director

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center

New York (NY)

On-site

USD 85,000 - 100,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical & Dental Insurance

PTO

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Recognition Program

Employee Discounts

Supportive Team Environment

Growth Opportunities

Job summary

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Brooklyn, NY is seeking an Activities Director to lead our Therapeutic Recreation Department. You will develop engaging programs that support residents’ physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being while ensuring compliance with regulations.

This senior leadership role requires strong supervision of staff, collaboration with interdisciplinary teams, and a commitment to person-centered programming.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field.
CTRS certification preferred or eligible to obtain.
Must meet 42 CFR §483.24 requirements.
2-3 years of activities or therapeutic recreation experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, assisted living, or long-term care setting.
At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience preferred.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Passionate about enriching the lives of seniors through person-centered programming.

Responsibilities

Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive therapeutic recreation and activities program in accordance with 42 CFR §483.24 and New York State regulations.
Develop individualized activity programs based on each resident's interests, abilities, needs, and care plan.
Create meaningful daily programming for residents with varying cognitive and physical abilities, including specialized dementia programming.
Supervise, schedule, mentor, and evaluate activity staff and volunteers.
Coordinate special events, entertainment, holiday celebrations, religious services, community outings, and intergenerational programs.
Complete required resident assessments, documentation, progress notes, and activity care plan updates.
Maintain monthly activity calendars and communicate programming to residents and families.
Collaborate with Nursing, Social Services, Rehabilitation, Dietary, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident quality of life.
Manage departmental supplies, equipment, and budget.
Ensure compliance with infection prevention practices, resident rights, life safety standards, and all federal and state regulations.
Participate in QAPI initiatives, interdisciplinary meetings, state surveys, and regulatory inspections.
Foster resident dignity, independence, engagement, and psychosocial well-being through innovative recreational programming.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Documentation skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy or related field

CTRS certification preferred

Job description

Activities Director

Facility: Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center
Location: Brooklyn, NY
Position: Full-Time
Salary: $85,000 - $100,000 per year (based on experience)

Join Our Team as an Activities Director

Seagate Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is seeking a compassionate, creative, and experienced Activities Director to lead our Therapeutic Recreation Department. In this leadership role, you will develop and oversee engaging programs that promote the physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being of our residents while ensuring compliance with all federal and New York State regulations. If you have a passion for enriching the lives of seniors and creating meaningful experiences, we'd love to meet you.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, organize, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive therapeutic recreation and activities program in accordance with 42 CFR §483.24 and New York State regulations.
Develop individualized activity programs based on each resident's interests, abilities, needs, and care plan.
Create meaningful daily programming for residents with varying cognitive and physical abilities, including specialized dementia programming.
Supervise, schedule, mentor, and evaluate activity staff and volunteers.
Coordinate special events, entertainment, holiday celebrations, religious services, community outings, and intergenerational programs.
Complete required resident assessments, documentation, progress notes, and activity care plan updates.
Maintain monthly activity calendars and communicate programming to residents and families.
Collaborate with Nursing, Social Services, Rehabilitation, Dietary, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident quality of life.
Manage departmental supplies, equipment, and budget.
Ensure compliance with infection prevention practices, resident rights, life safety standards, and all federal and state regulations.
Participate in QAPI initiatives, interdisciplinary meetings, state surveys, and regulatory inspections.
Foster resident dignity, independence, engagement, and psychosocial well-being through innovative recreational programming.

Qualifications

Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Recreation Administration, Gerontology, Human Services, or a related field preferred.
Current Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) certification preferred, or eligibility to obtain certification.
Must meet the federal requirements for a qualified Activities Director under 42 CFR §483.24.
Minimum of 2-3 years of activities or therapeutic recreation experience in a skilled nursing facility, rehabilitation center, assisted living, or long-term care setting.
At least 1 year of supervisory or management experience preferred.
Strong leadership, organizational, communication, and documentation skills.
Passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors through engaging, person-centered programming.

Benefits