What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Director position at Aventura at the Bay?
Aventura at the Bay -
Aventura Bay Place is currently seeking compassionate, dedicated individual for our full time Activities Director position.
Why work for us?
Comprehensive Benefits including Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and 401k
Paid Time Off
Must be flexible with scheduling needs.
Warm and Friendly Work Environment
Beautiful, Well-Maintained Facility
JOB SUMMARY : Plan, develop and direct the overall operation of Activity Department in accordance with regulatory guidelines and our established policies and procedures, and assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet the level of interests and abilities of each resident.
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS : Comply with all applicable rules, policies, standards and guidelines related to employment with Aventura at the Bay and the community.
Plan and produce monthly activity calendar.
Facilitate Resident Council Meetings and follow up on concerns or issues raised during the meetings. Plan and manage resident’s therapeutic recreation activities and entertainment.
Manage and supervise the work for the Activities Assistants.
Prepare, plan and submit budgets to the direct supervisor for activities coordinated by the department.
Participate of Fundraising & Volunteering Activities for the community.
Engage in activities with residents and families.
Work with departments to create a comprehensive activities program with fulfilling and engaging activities.
Participate in daily activities with residents.
Drive residents on outings and taking residents to appointments.
ESSENTIAL QUALIFICATIONS :
Experience and Basic Knowledge : Must have experience in recreational and activities programs in long term care within the past 2 years, dealing with independent older adults who have ADRD.
Knowledge of Event Planning required.
Knowledge of Alzheimer’s disease preferred.
Knowledge of the holiday traditions for the local community preferred.
Education
Preferred
Bachelor's Degree or better in Occupational Therapy or related field
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
Therapeutic Rec Cert
Occupational Therapist
Must have an active driver's license.
Active Activities Director Certification (ADC) REQUIRED
Behaviors
Leader : Inspires teammates to follow them
Functional Expert : Considered a thought leader on a subject
Enthusiastic : Shows intense and eager enjoyment and interest
Ability to Make an Impact : Inspired to perform well by the ability to contribute to the success of a project or the organization
