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 activitiesSpiritual programs and attendance at houses of worshipProvide opportunities for resident involvement in planning and implementation of activitiesCreative Activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama and educational programsExercise activitiesPromotion of facility and community interaction Prepare, plan and coordinate a monthly calendar of activitiesOversight of Activity AidesTrain, and supervise volunteers when appropriateAssess resident needs and develop resident activities goals for the written care planEncourage residents to participate in activities and document appropriatelyReview resident goals and progress notesProperly document MDS reports and progress notesParticipate with the Administrator in developing the activity budget, including creatively sourcing fundsFoster relationships of family members and community partners that may assist in supporting the Activity departmentAttend care plan meetings, QAPI, and department head meetings as necessaryOther 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 equivalentSatisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors2 years minimum of experience in a social or recreational programExceptional verbal and written communication skills