Activities Supervisor / Director

Daytona-Beach-Health-and-Rehabilitation-Cente; Daytona Beach (FL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

Blue Cross Blue Shield Elite Low-Cost?

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k) with company match

Paid holidays

Paid vacation

Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Daytona Beach Health and Rehabilitation Center seeks an Activities Supervisor/Director to plan, develop, and direct the facility's activity programs, addressing residents' recreational, emotional, spiritual, and social needs with individualized and group activities.

The role requires leading the activities team, coordinating with families and interdisciplinary team members, and maintaining accurate documentation while ensuring compliance with applicable standards.

Qualifications

• Candidate must meet at least one qualification pathway: TRS certification, two years in social/recreational programs incl. one year in therapeutic activities, OT/OTA license, or state-approved activity training.
• Experience directing or supervising activities programs is preferred.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, or senior living environments is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct resident activity programs.
• Create individual and group activities based on residents' interests, abilities, and needs.
• Lead day-to-day operations of the activities program and supervise staff/volunteers.
• Coordinate programs with residents, families, interdisciplinary teams, volunteers, and community organizations.
• Maintain records and ensure compliance with federal/state/local standards.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation

Leadership

Interpersonal communication

Independent work

Education

Therapeutic recreation certification

OT/OTA license

State-approved activity-professional training

Job description

Job Overview

Working with us means becoming part of a team that is passionate about making a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day.

Unlike a traditional hospital setting, our facility provides the opportunity to support residents throughout their recovery, help residents regain independence, and celebrate their accomplishments along the way. This position offers the opportunity to build lasting relationships while creating meaningful, engaging, and individualized experiences for the residents in our care.

We are seeking a qualified Activities Supervisor / Director to plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility’s activity programs.

The Activities Supervisor / Director is responsible for ensuring that each resident’s recreational, emotional, spiritual, and social needs are identified and addressed through individualized and group programming. All activity programs must be conducted in accordance with applicable federal, state, and local requirements, facility policies, resident care plans, and the direction of the Facility Administrator.

Essential Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate resident activity programs.
• Create individual and group activities based on residents’ interests, abilities, preferences, and assessed needs.
• Direct the day-to-day operation of the facility’s activities program.
• Provide leadership, guidance, and support to activities staff and volunteers.
• Coordinate activity programs with residents, families, interdisciplinary team members, volunteers, and community organizations.
• Develop, organize, and oversee the facility’s volunteer program.
• Identify and monitor residents’ recreational, emotional, social, and spiritual needs through interviews, visits, observations, and consultation with residents and their families.
• Complete the activities portion of the Resident Assessment Instrument and resident care plans accurately and within required timeframes.
• Participate in resident care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team discussions.
• Maintain appropriate records and documentation related to resident participation and activity programming.
• Monitor the effectiveness of activity programs and make adjustments based on resident needs and participation.
• Ensure activities are conducted safely and in a manner that protects resident dignity, choice, and independence.
• Maintain compliance with applicable facility policies and federal, state, and local standards.
• Perform other related duties as assigned by the Facility Administrator.

Required Qualifications

Candidates must meet at least one of the following qualification pathways:

• Currently hold, or be eligible for, certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional through a recognized accrediting organization; or
• Have at least two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, including at least one year of full-time experience in a therapeutic activities program; or
• Be a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or
• Have completed an activity-professional training course approved by the state.

Additional Qualifications

• Previous experience directing or supervising an activities program is preferred.
• Experience in a long-term care, skilled nursing, rehabilitation, senior living, or related healthcare environment is preferred.
• Must demonstrate the ability to plan, lead, and evaluate resident-centered activity programs.
• Must be self-motivated and able to work independently.
• Must possess strong leadership, organizational, and time-management skills.
• Strong interpersonal, verbal, and written communication skills are required.
• Must demonstrate patience, tact, enthusiasm, professionalism, and a positive approach when working with elderly individuals and individuals with disabilities.
• Must be able to collaborate effectively with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community organizations.
• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Must be able to speak, read, write, and understand English.
• Must meet all applicable background-screening and employment requirements.

Benefits for You and Your Family

• Competitive wages
• Elite Low-Cost Gold Plan through Blue Cross Blue Shield
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life insurance
• 401(k) with company match
• Paid holidays
• Paid vacation
• Opportunities for professional growth and development

Equal Employment Opportunity

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. Qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to any status protected by applicable federal, state, or local law.

“Our Family Caring For Yours”