Head of Senior Activities & Community Programs

New England Homes for The Deaf, Inc; Danvers (MA); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

New England Homes for The Deaf, Inc. seeks a Director of Activities to lead a comprehensive social and recreational program for residents at our Danvers, MA home.

The role requires planning, staff leadership, and collaboration with nursing and administration to enhance residents’ social and emotional well-being. Responsibilities include hiring and supervising Activities staff, coordinating events, maintaining documentation, and participating in care planning meetings.

Qualifications

• Must have therapeutic recreation credentials or state licensure where applicable.
• Minimum 2 years in a social or recreational program, with at least 1 year in healthcare.
• ASL knowledge and Deaf culture awareness is a plus; on-site weekly ASL classes.

Responsibilities

• Provide strong leadership to the Activities staff and guide program delivery.
• Tailor activities for varying physical and cognitive abilities and interests.
• Maintain accurate resident participation documentation and program compliance.
• Develop monthly activity plans after discussion with administration.
• Hire and manage Activities staff; coordinate scheduling and vacations.
• Coordinate special events, holidays, and community outings.
• Attend management and care plan meetings with interdisciplinary team.
• Provide updated MDS forms as residents' needs change.
• Participate in ongoing evaluation of the activities program.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Staff management

Documentation

Planning

ASL awareness

Education

Certified Recreation Therapist

Certified Activity Director (NCCAP)

Licensed/Registered Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)

Job description

New England Homes for The Deaf, Inc. seeks a Director of Activities to lead a comprehensive social and recreational program for residents at our Danvers, MA home.

The role requires planning, staff leadership, and collaboration with nursing and administration to enhance residents’ social and emotional well-being. Responsibilities include hiring and supervising Activities staff, coordinating events, maintaining documentation, and participating in care planning meetings.