Activity Director

Sweet-Bye-N-Bye-1; Salem (OR); On-site; USD 29,000 - 30,000; Full time

Job summary

The Sweet Bye N Bye in Coral Springs RC F is seeking an Activity Director to oversee daily resident activity programs, plan events, and coordinate with care staff to support residents’ well-being.

Requirements include a high school diploma and at least 2 years in a social or recreational program in a health setting, with strong communication and organizational skills. This is a full-time position with daytime shifts; pay range listed below.

Qualifications

• Education: high school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience: 2 years in a social or recreational program, one full time in a resident activities program in a health setting.

Responsibilities

• Provide an activities program daily including evenings and weekends.
• Create a plan of activities that meets the residents' needs and supports their wellbeing.
• Coordinate the activities program with other services in the facility.
• Recruit, train and supervise volunteers when appropriate.
• Assist with budget development and family/community engagement.

Skills

Communication skills

Problem solving

Decision making

Organizational skills

Training and mentoring

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma

Tools

Basic computer skills

Job description

EOE Statement We are an equal employment opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability status, protected veteran status or any other protected by law.

About the Organization The Sweet Bye N Bye is owned and operated by Robert and Angela Estrada RN, BSN. Their goal is to provide excellent care in an intimate setting where residents will feel like part of a family. They have a combined 45 years of RN experience and over 20 years of combined experience owning/operating adult foster homes and residential care facilities. Angela was awarded the credential Registered Nurse-Board Certified in Gerontology. The Accreditation Board for Specialty Nursing Certification accredits this American Nurses Credentialing Center Certification. At The Sweet Bye N Bye, your loved one will be treated with dignity and respect allowing them to retain their individuality and independence while receiving all the care they require at a fraction of the price of the larger facilities. As owners of Sweet Bye N Bye, Robert and Angela are also dedicated to volunteer work. They have participated in several medical missions including trips to Peru and Honduras, to help with boys and girls orphanages, and various medical clinics. Robert and Angela also do their part locally by donating to several worthy causes including The Alzheimer's Association, The Boys and Girls Club, ASPCA. We believe in seeing our residents, knowing our families, and making a difference in our communities.

Location Coral Springs RCF

Position Activity Director

Description JOB SUMMARY This is a brief synopsis of overall job duties This person provides for an ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interest and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident

Position Requirements

JOB SPECIFICATIONS Education: Minimum educational requirements include a high school diploma or equivalent. Experience: 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program one of which was full time in a resident activities program in a health setting.

Personal Skills and Traits Desired

Good verbal and written communication skills. Evidence of effective problem solving skills ability to maintain composure in stressful situations, resourcefulness Willingness to consider the advice and opinions of others Ability to make decisions and accept responsibilities for the consequences Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings. Ability to set and achieve goals. Ability to be organized and efficient Ability to meet deadlines Ability to train and motivate others Ability and willingness to act as a role model on conduct and appearance Basic computer skills

Activity Director Assigned Tasks

1. Provide an activities program on a daily basis including evenings and weekends. A. Provide a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the residents that includes but is not limited to: Group social activities Indoor and outdoor activities which may include daily walks Spiritual programs Opportunity for resident involvement in planning and implementation of the activities program Create activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama, sensory activities ect Exercise activities One to One attention Promotion of facility/community interaction B. Assure that at least 6 hours of staff time is provided per resident per week for activity duties C. Prepare a monthly calendar of activities and post it in a prominent location that is visible to residents and visitors as well as one in each resident room. D. Coordinate the activities program with other services in the facility E. Recruit, train and supervise volunteers when appropriate F. Assess resident needs and develop resident activity goals for the written care plan G. Encourage resident participation in activities and document outcomes H. Review goals and progress notes I. Properly document Activity Log and progress notes

2. Obtain necessary equipment and supplies for their accessibility through organizes storage A. Participate with the Administrator in developing a budget B. Foster family and community support of the activity program ( e.g. through newsletters, networking, activities which bring family members or members of the community into the facility, ect. Example Family Night C. Contribute to facility efforts to maintain and/or improve quality care through participation in the following: 1. Attend Care Plan Meetings 2. Serve as a member of the QA/Safety Committee 3. Attend mandatory in services

Full-Time/Part-Time Full-Time

Shift Days

Pay Range $20.70 to $22.25 DOE

Hiring Manager(s) Josephine Hernandez