Activities Director-H

Roseville Care Center in; Roseville (CA); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an Activities Director to enhance the quality of life for residents through engaging and meaningful activities. In this vital role, you will plan, develop, and implement resident-centered activities while ensuring compliance with regulations and standards. Your effective communication skills will be essential in collaborating with staff, families, and the community. This position offers an opportunity to make a significant impact in the lives of residents by fostering a vibrant and supportive environment. If you are passionate about enhancing the well-being of others, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• High school diploma and Activity Director certification required.
• Preferably one year of experience in a long-term care facility.

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct resident-centered activities for the facility.
• Ensure effective communication among staff, residents, and families.
• Develop monthly activity schedules and encourage resident participation.

Skills

Effective communication skills

Problem-solving abilities

Mathematical skills

Ability to read technical procedures

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Activity Director certification

Experience in long-term care facility

Job description

Activities Director-H (Healthcare)

1. Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct resident-centered activities for the facility.
2. Stay updated on current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards.
3. Ensure effective communication among employees at all levels, residents, families, support personnel, government agencies, and the public to meet the needs of residents, the community, and the facility.
4. Participate in community planning related to the facility's interests and the needs of residents and families.
5. Assist in reviews and development of corrective plans for activity deficiencies noted during surveys, providing written reports to the Administrator.
6. Attend and contribute to regular meetings such as General Staff, Department Head, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance, Safety Committee, Marketing, Family and Resident Council.
7. Support the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee in developing and implementing actions to address quality deficiencies.
8. Participate in discharge planning, and develop and implement activity care plans and resident assessments.
9. Arrange transportation for residents for outings, appointments, or discharges as needed.
10. Develop a monthly activity schedule including outings, group activities, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents.
11. Encourage residents to participate in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading, providing materials as needed, including Braille or audio books.
12. Ensure all activity progress notes are detailed, accurate, and reflect the services provided and residents' responses.
13. Supervisory Responsibilities: Assist in supervising and managing activity staff.
14. Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Preferably one year of experience in a long-term care facility.
• Activity Director certification required.

Skills:

• Ability to read and understand technical procedures, policies, and manuals.
• Effective communication skills to present information and respond to questions.
• Mathematical skills including fractions, percentages, ratios, and proportions.
• Problem-solving and reasoning abilities to interpret instructions and solve practical problems.

Physical Demands: Must be able to stand, walk frequently, sit occasionally, reach, push, pull, talk, hear, taste, smell, and lift up to 50 pounds. Occasional climbing, balancing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling may be required.

Work Environment: Generally low to moderate noise level, accommodations available for disabilities.