What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Director position at Long-Term Care Facility?
Long-Term Care Facility -
Job Summary
As an Activity Director , you will lead and manage the activity staff to provide quality activities for residents on a 7-day-per-week basis. You will ensure compliance with Federal, State, and Local standards while creating engaging programs that enhance the residents’ quality of life. As an Activity Director , you will be responsible for recruiting, hiring, and overseeing activity staff and maintaining compliance with regulations and care standards.
Pay Rate
Pay Rate : $38,000-$50,000
Benefits
Medical, Dental, Vision and additional other voluntary benefits
401k with company match
Generous Paid Leave Policy
Free uniforms after hire
Duties and Responsibilities
As an Activity Director , your responsibilities include :
Directing and managing activity staff to ensure adequate provision of activities for residents.
Overseeing administrative functions within the Activity Department, including staff recruitment, performance evaluations, and recommendations for promotions or terminations.
Developing and implementing activity service objectives, policies, and procedures.
Monitoring compliance with Federal and State guidelines and updating Departmental procedures as necessary.
Recommending and collaborating on in-service educational programs tailored to the specialized needs of geriatric patients.
Monitoring ongoing staff development programs for activity personnel.
Acting as a liaison between residents, families, staff, and the general public to provide information on activity services.
Ensuring compliance with care plans and resident assessments regulations.
Monitoring the quality of group and one-on-one activities provided to residents.
Assisting with preparing the Departmental annual budget and maintaining operating budgets for personnel and activity equipment.
Making recommendations for activity equipment purchases and managing related expenses.
Performing any tasks related to resident activities as requested by the administrator.
Carrying out all other duties as assigned.
Qualifications and Skills
To succeed as an Activity Director , you will need :
Completion of a skilled nursing activity program or an acceptable equivalent combination of education and experience.
Excellent management and leadership skills.
The ability to communicate effectively in English, both orally and in writing, to complete required documentation.
Respect for the principles of resident rights, confidentiality, EEO, and ADA.
Creativity and enthusiasm for providing quality activity services to residents.
Strong organizational skills and the ability to balance multiple priorities.
Salary : $38,000 - $50,000
