Activities Director

Elon Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center; Tampa (FL); On-site; USD 19,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

Elon Manor Nursing and Rehabilitation Center in Florida is seeking a Full-time Activity Leader to plan and run engaging programs for residents seven days a week, including Sundays and holidays. You will develop person-centered activities, coordinate calendars, and ensure smooth operation of the activities program.

The role requires strong administrative and computer skills, the ability to work as part of a team, and a caring, energetic personality.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities or recreation within childcare or adult care settings.
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills.
• Upbeat, energetic, and caring personality.
• Strong computer skills and teamwork ability.
• Ability to multi-task and plan programs.

Responsibilities

• Plan, create, and execute engaging programs for all days, including Sundays and holidays.
• Develop person-centered activities aligned with residents' needs.
• Prepare monthly calendars and staffing schedules.
• Document progress with care plans, assessments, and progress notes.
• Participate in care plan meetings and collaborate across departments.
• Organize community outings, events, and resident council meetings.
• Oversee supplies, decorate for holidays, and supervise volunteers.
• Adhere to facility and corporate policies.

Skills

Administrative skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Team player

Energetic personality

Education

High school diploma/equivalent

Job description

Elon Manor Nursing Rehabilitation and Nursing Center is looking for a Full time Activity Leader to join our team.

Responsibilities

• Plans, Creates, and Executes a variety of engaging programs for all days of the week, including Sundays and Holidays
• Person-centered activities are planned to be appropriate to the needs of the registrants (includes but are not limited to: exercise and dance, small and large group programs, individual pursuits, sensory activities, clubs, special interests, spiritual and religious activities, community outings)
• Prepares a monthly calendar of activities that is posted in prominent areas and provided to every registrant
• Prepares a monthly staffing schedule for Recreational Assistants
• Ensures that all documentation requirements are met and is experienced in writing Person-Centered Care Plans, Assessments and Progress notes
• Participates in care plan meetings, and any other meeting as directed by the Director
• Develops and maintains a good rapport with all departments involved with the care plan to ensure that a team effort is achieved in developing a comprehensive plan of care
• Orders appropriate supplies and equipment for the department
• Plans a monthly resident council meeting
• Takes meeting minutes and ensures that all registrant concerns are addressed
• Organizes and coordinates special community outings with registrant interests in mind
• Arrange regular entertainment, parties, seasonal programs, and special events
• Plans and coordinates staff events at the request of the director
• Ensures that the facility is appropriately decorated for Holidays and seasons
• Supervises the volunteer program for the facility
• Adheres to all facility and corporate policies

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have activities/recreation experience in a childcare setting or adult care setting
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Must be upbeat, energetic, enthusiastic, and have a caring personality.
• Enjoy working with the elderly
• Exp. with recreation therapy/activities a plus
• High school diploma/equivalent
• Strong computer skills necessary
• Ability to work effectively as a team member
• Strong organizational and planning skills
• Ability to multi-task

ABOUT US:

We provide outstanding care to our residents in a warm, nurturing environment that allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality and dignity. We pride ourselves on our professionalism and are constantly looking to be the best at what we do. Please join us and begin a rewarding and exceptional career.

WE ARE AN EQUAL OPPORTUNITY EMPLOYER. Applicants and employees are considered for positions and are evaluated without regard to mental or physical disability, race, color, religion, gender, national origin, age, genetic information, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status or any other protected Federal, State/Province or Local status unrelated to the performance of the work involved.