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STGi

Activities Director

STGi, Florence, South Carolina, United States, 29506

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Activities Director STGi is seeking qualified candidates for this position in connection with an active Request for Proposals (RFP). Hiring for this role is contingent upon STGi’s selection as the successful awardee.

This is for a future opening. Category: Residential Health. Job Location: Florence, South Carolina. Position Type: Full-Time/Regular.

Essential Functions

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the activities programs of this facility to meet the individual and person-centered needs of the residents.

Develop recreational activities opportunities that are appropriate to the resident population and individualized to resident needs.

Coordinate community outreach and seek out recreational partnerships that are representative of the interests of the residents.

Coordinate with transportation services for activities outings and as necessary to meet the individual needs of the residents.

Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations as well as professional standards of practice and make recommendations on changes in facility policies and procedures to the Administrator.

Help develop a written plan of care (preliminary and comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished for each problem/need identified.

Ensure all department personnel attend and participate in mandatory facility in-service training programs as scheduled (e.g., OSHA, tuberculosis (TB), HIPAA, abuse prevention, etc.).

Required Skills

Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.

Knowledge of regulations governing activity services in nursing care facilities.

Knowledge and skills to provide care appropriate to the age-related needs of the residents served.

Tactful dealing with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel and the general public.

Leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise other personnel.

Patience, tact, cheerful disposition and enthusiasm; willingness to handle residents at any maturity level.

Ability to seek out new methods and principles and incorporate them into existing activity services.

Member in good standing in the National Association of Social Workers (NASW) and Academy of Certified Social Workers (ACSW).

Ability to relate information concerning a resident’s condition.

Required Experience & Education

Minimum of 2 years of college; Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional licensed by the state and eligible for certification as a recreation specialist or activities professional; OR

Minimum of 2 years experience in a social or recreation program within the last 5 years, with at least 1 year full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; OR

Qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; OR

Completed a training course approved by the State of South Carolina.

Working Conditions / Physical Requirements

Works in office areas as well as throughout the facility and its premises.

Subject to frequent interruptions.

Involved with residents, family members, personnel, and visitors under all conditions.

Works beyond normal working hours and on weekends and holidays when necessary; on call 24 hours a day, 7 days per week.

Benefits Competitive benefits package includes Medical, Dental, Vision, 401k with company match, and generous PTO.

STGi is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.

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