Activities Director

Symphony Care Network, LLC.; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in healthcare is seeking an Activity Director in Rockford, Illinois. The director will enhance the well-being of residents by planning and implementing engaging activities that meet their physical, emotional, and psychosocial needs. Strong organizational skills, experience in management, and knowledge of therapeutic activities are essential for this role.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing activities for residents in a healthcare setting.
• Prior experience in a Director or Managerial role preferred.
• Strong knowledge of activities suitable for older adults with disabilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the operation of the Activities Department.
• Develop and evaluate wellness-focused activity programs for residents.
• Supervise and manage staff and volunteer programs.

Skills

Communication

Supervision

Organizational skills

Problem solving

Analytical skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

NCCAP Certification

Licensed or Registered by the State

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Description

Job Title: Activity Director

Department: Activities

Reports to: Administrator

Location: Symphony Care Network

FLSA Status: Exempt

Position Summary:

In keeping with our goal of improving the lives of the Residents we serve, the Activity Director is responsible for the planning, developing and overall operation of the Activities Department which implements and directs wellness-focused activity programs that meet the physical, emotional and psychosocial needs of Residents and Guests.

Principal Duties and Responsibilities:

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

- Responsible for the overall operations of the facility’s Activity Department which includes supervision of staff, development and implementation of departmental policies and procedures, and ensuring compliance with federal, state, and local regulations.

- Regularly develops new programs to meet new trends and industry standards and conducts ongoing evaluation of group programs to ensure activities offered match the expressed interests of the populations currently residing in the facility.

- Responsible for operating the Activities Department within budgetary guidelines and limitations.

- Observe and report Resident’s attendance, participation, and behavior changes by documenting and charting.

- Participation in the care planning process by attending care plan meetings, providing specific information and observations of the Residents’ needs and

preferences, and reporting any behavioral changes.

- Visits each Resident upon admission to assess the Residents’ needs, skills, and interests in accordance with the physician’s order for activities. Participates in the completion of a comprehensive assessment and periodic reviews at least quarterly and modifies the plan of care to reflect the Residents’ expressed interests, needs, or current functioning level.

- Organizes and supervises the development of the Volunteer Program, including adherence to current volunteer program policy, volunteer orientation, maintain records of volunteer attendance and required trainings, provide ongoing trainings as needed, and coordinate volunteer recognition.

- Performs administrative tasks such as charting, care planning, reporting, etc. Completes assigned MDS portions accurately and timely.

- Assists with the recruitment and selection of Activity staff.

- Completes annual performance reviews of all subordinate staff and provides guidance and education to Activities staff related to their performance and provides counseling and disciplinary action to subordinate staff members as needed.

- Reports all hazardous conditions, damaged equipment and supply issues to appropriate person

-Maintains the comfort, privacy and dignity of Residents and interacts with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect and promotes a caring environment.

- Communicates and interacts effectively and tactfully with Residents, visitors, families, peers, and supervisors.

- Answers and responds to call lights promptly and courteously when working in Residents care areas.

- Maintains a high level of confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines at all times and protects confidential information by only providing information on a “need-to-know” basis.

- Promotes and protects Resident Rights; assists Residents to make informed decisions; treats Residents with dignity and respect; protects Residents’ personal belongings; reports suspected abuse or neglect; avoids the need for physical restraints in accordance with current professional standards; supports independent expression, choice and decision-making consistent with applicable law and regulation; reports any suspected deviations to the Administrator and reports all Guest concerns to appropriate department head.

- Maintains confidentiality in accordance with HIPAA guidelines.

- Attend and participate in meetings and in-services as directed or scheduled. Attends in-service and education programs and attends continuing education required for maintenance of professional certification or licensure (if applicable).

- Adheres to Standard Precautions and the company’s Infection Control Procedures in all aspects of work and performance. Applies hand washing principles during daily work; demonstrates understanding of isolation and standard precautions; recognizes signs and symptoms of infection and complies with the employee health program; demonstrates understanding of the process for identifying and handling infectious waste; maintains personal hygiene; complies with OSHA standards in the workplace; and demonstrates understanding of cross-contamination.

- Regular and reliable attendance.

- Perform other tasks as required.

- Ability to work with people with physical and mental disabilities including those using profanity,

derogatory language and the like.

Supervisory Responsibility:

Supervises employees in the department and others for whom they are administratively or professionally responsible for by following policies and applicable laws. Uses independent judgment and discretion on behalf of the organization in the performance of these duties. Supervisory responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; scheduling, planning, assigning and directing work; receiving calls and finding replacements for absent staff; preparing performance evaluations; receiving and resolving employee complaints; monitoring and correcting job performance of employees; and disciplining employees up to and including discharge.

Required/Desired Qualifications:

Education, Training, and Experience:

- High school diploma or equivalent required.

- Licensed or Registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing.

- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or an activities professional who is eligible for certification preferred; or

• Previous experience in an Activity Aide role preferred; or two years’ experience in a social or recreational program, one of which was a therapeutic activities program within the last five years; or
• Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assist; or
• Has completed a training course approved by the State.

- One year of experience in a Director or Managerial role preferred.

- NCCAP Certification preferred.

Specific skills, knowledge, and abilities:

- Knowledge of a variety of activities suitable for older adults and others who may have physical, behavioral, or mental disabilities.

- Requires ability to communicate effectively with interdepartmental staff, patients, and families.

- Requires ability to supervise staff and volunteers.

- Plan, implement, and work within a departmental budget.

- Must have good writing skills. Basic business computer knowledge preferred.

- Ability to work flexible hours including occasional evenings or weekends.

- Analytical and problem solving skills.

- Organizational skills and attention to detail.

- Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite

Other Special Requirements:

• Tolerate potential exposure to blood, body tissues, and fluids with occasional exposure to hazardous materials and infectious diseases.
• Manual dexterity required to operate modern office equipment.
• Ability to travel as needed or assigned