Activity Director

Luxorhc; Independence (MO); On-site; USD 30,000 - 50,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Director to implement a quality activity program that motivates residents and emphasizes teamwork. This role involves coordinating engaging activities, maintaining records, and ensuring residents have opportunities for participation in both individual and group settings. The ideal candidate will possess strong organizational and communication skills, along with a commitment to enhancing the quality of life for residents. Join a compassionate team dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others while enjoying a dynamic work environment.

Qualifications

• Must acquire a minimum of ten hours in-service training per year.
• Ability to work varied hours including nights and weekends.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in participating in activities to maximize engagement.
• Coordinate arts and crafts programs and maintain volunteer records.
• Participate in community outings and special events as requested.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma or Equivalent

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Job Summary: Implementation of a quality activity program by motivating others and emphasizing teamwork.

Requirements:

• Must have a high school diploma or the equivalent
• Must be able to work varied hours - including nights, weekends and holidays, when necessary
• Must acquire a minimum of ten (10) hours in-service training per year relating to recreation/activities

Duties:

• Assist residents to, from and with activities to enable maximum participation.
• Record activity attendance and participation in both group and individual programs.
• Lead assigned groups and individual activities.
• Assist to maintain volunteer records.
• Coordinate arts and crafts program for all levels of residents.
• Review resident activity care plan and assist in providing activities consistent with the plan.
• Assist in seasonal and holiday decorating of the facility.
• Provide each resident with a current activity calendar.
• Assist in maintaining an ongoing program for resident birthday recognition.
• Participate in community outings and special events as requested.
• Escort residents to outside appointments, as needed.
• Help stock and monitor resident store, as needed.
• Report resident incidents and accidents to the nurse immediately. Do not move the resident until a nurse can assess for injury. Supervisory staff may request a written statement regarding any observations of incident.
• Report personal injuries to the Office Manager, or designee, no matter how minor they may seem.
• Report any suspected or observed resident abuse to the Administrator, or designee, immediately.
• This includes: resident-to-resident, staff-to-resident, visitor-to-resident.
• Any abusive behavior exhibited by a resident to a staff member or visitor should be reported to the nurse for appropriate follow-up.
• Observe and report needed repairs and service issues, such as broken, defective, or lost equipment and environmental issues.
• Attend all departmental meetings and/or inservices as required. Responsible for obtaining any information provided at missed meetings/inservices.
• All other duties as assigned by the Activity Director.