Director of Resident Life & Activities

Elevation Healthcare; Griffin (GA); Sur place; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

Elevation Healthcare in Griffin, GA is seeking a Director of Activities to plan, develop, and implement a comprehensive activities program that supports residents' physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive wellbeing.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to tailor activity plans to individual needs, document participation and outcomes, supervise staff, and ensure OBRA compliance.

Qualifications

• Regular and reliable attendance is required to perform the essential functions of this position.
• High school diploma or equivalent; associate or bachelor's in recreation therapy, gerontology, social work, or related field preferred.
• Certified Activity Director (ADC) through NCCAP or ability to obtain certification within hire timeframe.
• Minimum of 1–2 years of experience in long-term care, assisted living, or geriatric setting preferred.
• Knowledge of MDS, care planning, and resident assessment processes preferred.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to lead group activities, motivate residents, and work effectively as part of an interdisciplinary team.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office or similar software for scheduling, documentation, and reporting.
• Current Certified Nursing Assistant certification in good standing as required by state regulations preferred.

Responsabilités

• Plan, develop, and implement a diversified monthly calendar of individual and group activities that accommodate residents with varying physical, cognitive, and emotional abilities.
• Coordinate and lead a wide range of programs, including games, music, arts and crafts, exercise and movement programs, spiritual services, outings, and special events.
• Adapt activities to meet the interests, preferences, cultural backgrounds, and functional abilities of each resident.
• Conduct recreational assessments upon admission and at regular intervals; contribute to care plans and MDS documentation as required.
• Maintain accurate and timely documentation of resident participation, progress, and responses to activities.
• Supervise, schedule, and train activity staff and volunteers; provide ongoing guidance and performance feedback.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and local regulations, including OBRA requirements and facility policies.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, dietary, therapy, and other departments to provide holistic resident care.
• Manage the activities department budget; order, maintain, and organize supplies and equipment.
• Promote community involvement by developing partnerships and coordinating volunteer participation.
• Plan and facilitate events that encourage family involvement and strengthen resident connections to the community.

Connaissances

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Reliability

Team leadership

Microsoft Office

Formation

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor's degree in recreation therapy, gerontology, social work, or related field

Certified Activity Director (ADC) NCCAP

Description du poste

Elevation Healthcare in Griffin, GA is seeking a Director of Activities to plan, develop, and implement a comprehensive activities program that supports residents' physical, social, emotional, spiritual, and cognitive wellbeing.

You will collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to tailor activity plans to individual needs, document participation and outcomes, supervise staff, and ensure OBRA compliance.