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Director of Recreation
Director of Recreation Job Description:
The Grand Pavilion for Rehabilitation and Nursing at Rockville Centre is seeking an experienced, passionate, and dedicated full-time Director of Recreation that possesses strong leadership and supervisory skills. Candidate will be a team player that works collaboratively and always focuses on resident well-being.
Director of Recreation Responsibilities/Essential Functions:
- Manage activities department staff, assign activities/tasks/deliveries/programs etc.
- Working with corporate guidelines to develop, plan, and implement monthly calendar of recreational programs and activities and plan special events based on the individual needs of residents
- Set up/break down and lead therapeutic activities to help residents with physical, mental, or psychosocial needs
- Document/track resident attendance during activities and resident council
- Review activity assessments for residents
- Organize & obtain department supplies
- Create department staff schedule and track & approve staff pto requests
- Assist in staff and resident birthday celebrations
- Involved in employee engagement activities.
Director of Recreation Qualifications:
- Must have LTC or skilled nursing facility experience (REQUIRED)
- Experience in care planning, MDS and overall program management (preferred)
- Possess excellent interpersonal skills and communicate effectively, both verbally and in writing
- Director of Recreation 2 years experience (preferred)
- Musical talent is a plus!
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday (hours can vary on event days). Occasionally required to work the weekends, evenings, etc.
Salary: UP TO $75,000 a year
An Equal Opportunity Employer
Salary : $75,000
