What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Director position at Axiom Healthcare of Mount Vernon?
Activity Director
SUMMARY:
The Activity Director provides ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Develop and plan activities including, but not limited to:
- Group social activities
- Spiritual programs and attendance at houses of worship
- Provide opportunities for resident involvement in planning and implementation of activities
- Creative Activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama and educational programs
- Exercise activities
- Promotion of facility and community interaction
- Prepare, plan and coordinate a monthly calendar of activities
- Oversight of Activity Aides
- Train, and supervise volunteers when appropriate
- Assess resident needs and develop resident activities goals for the written care plan
- Encourage residents to participate in activities and document appropriately
- Review resident goals and progress notes
- Properly document MDS reports and progress notes
- Participate with the Administrator in developing the activity budget, including creatively sourcing funds
- Foster relationships of family members and community partners that may assist in supporting the Activity department
- Attend care plan meetings, QAPI, and department head meetings as necessary
- Other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
- High School Diploma or its equivalent
- Satisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors
- 2 years minimum of experience in a social or recreational program
- Exceptional verbal and written communication skills
