Activities Director

Harmony Senior Services; Suffolk (VA); On-site; USD 50,000 - 55,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Suffolk, VA seeks a dedicated activities professional to plan and oversee a life-enrichment program for residents across IL, AL and MC. You will assess needs, coordinate monthly calendars, and collaborate with families to encourage participation.

Requirements include TR/SR certification eligibility, Dementia Practitioner eligibility, First Aid/CPR certification, and a valid driver’s license. Strong organization and communication are essential to success.

Qualifications

• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or eligible activities professional.
• Certified Dementia Practitioner or eligible for certification.
• Must maintain state dementia-specific training.
• Strong communication skills with residents, families, staff and the public.

Responsibilities

• Plan and develop resident activity programs for all care levels.
• Coordinate monthly activity calendars across IL, AL and MC.
• Attend resident association meetings and liaise with staff and families.
• Oversee programming budget and keep expenses within guidelines.
• Supervise staff and train volunteers involved in activities.
• Coordinate and oversee volunteer opportunities.

Skills

Communication skills

Planning & organization

Volunteer supervision

Team collaboration

Education

Therapeutic Recreation Certification (eligible)

Dementia Practitioner Certification (eligible)

Tools

First Aid & CPR

Job description

5871 Harbour View Boulevard, Suffolk, Virginia 23435

Job Description

• Plans and develops an effective resident activities program, including a variety of leisure and educational opportunities and activities for participation of residents of all ages, interests and physical limitations.
• Serves as a member of the facility’s management team to identify resident needs, submit recommendations and participate in decisions regarding program plans
• Attends resident association meetings and works with committees of residents in an advisory and supportive capacity to identify resident and program needs
• Provides a link between resident associations and staff
• Plans, coordinates, and implements a daily activity program in compliance with Harmony Senior Services guidelines and standards:
• Plans a monthly program of activities for all levels of care (i.e., IL, AL and MC) per Harmony Senior Services guidelines
• Meets with each new resident to complete the Resident Life Profile
• Involves Program Coordinator/Activities Assistant in activity programming whenever necessary
• Consult regularly with families regarding resident’s participation in activities
• Oversees programming budget and maintain expenses within budgeted guidelines
• Maintains activities area and supplies in a neat and orderly fashion
• Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on the importance of life enrichment and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents
• Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, resident’s families, visitors, and staff
• Coordinates and oversees volunteer opportunities.

Requirements

• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body, such as the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals; or has two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one year of which was full time in a long-term care setting providing programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other related Dementia
• Be a Certified Dementia Practitioner or Eligible for Certification
• Maintain applicable state requirements of dementia specific training
• High level of ability in effective and succinct communication, written and oral with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the senior population
• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate the ability to work responsibly & independently as well as a team player
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
• Must have experience in planning, organizing and executing a varied schedule of life enrichment opportunities for all levels of seniors from those who are very active to those with cognitive impairments resulting from Alzheimer’s and related dementias; Must have exceptional organizational skills
• Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and staff
• Ability to supervise associates and set up and train volunteers
• Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner
• Requires current First Aid and CPR certification or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire
• Must have valid driver’s license and a good driving record
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays

Salary Range: $50,000- $55,000 annually

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling