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Job Description - Activities Director HCC (2514030)
Activities Director HCC - 2514030
Description Assumes administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for the provision of a program of activities designed to meet the interests and enhance the functional abilities and self‑esteem of each Resident. Manages employees to provide Recreation Services according to the facility’s philosophy. In collaboration with the Administrator, allocates resources in an efficient and economic manner to ensure each resident achieves the highest practicable physical, mental and psycho‑social well‑being.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Gathers information to design Recreation programs that meet the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident.
Develops and provides individual and group activities for Residents that reflect residents’ interests, are offered at convenient hours (morning, afternoon, evening, weekend), appeal to both men and women, take place in a variety of locations and include special seasonal events.
Distributes a monthly activities calendar to each Resident.
Develops and implements effective procedures to ensure all Residents are informed of upcoming activities.
Develops and updates Recreation Services policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility.
Participates in the development of the department budget and provides relevant financial information to the Administrator regarding department financial needs and status.
Hires and retains qualified, competent staff; conducts interviews, provides regular performance reviews, takes appropriate job actions, and reviews job actions taken by subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and performance standards and can perform all essential functions of the job.
Maintains current skills and knowledge through continuing education and applies information to job responsibilities.
Participates in fire and disaster drills and, in an emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure Resident safety.
Plans and organizes Recreational Activities as follows:
Monthly:
“News & Views” newsletter for the Residents, staff, and waitlist.
Schedule entertainment at Whitaker Glen (piano, singing groups, variety of musical entertainment).
Schedule outings for the Residents (museums, plays, luncheons, tours, shopping).
Planning calendar for activity assistant.
Daily:
Encourage Residents to participate in activities.
Check on the Residents (by request) with daily phone calls.
Schedule grocery shopping.
Schedule regular shopping and banking trips (department stores, malls, etc.).
Organize exercise program three days a week.
Organize yoga class one day a week.
Provide Residents with weekly schedule of events as well as reminder flyers/notices when needed.
Supervise strength training program as needed.
Organize Vesper services.
Organize movies and provide snacks for Residents.
Set‑up bingo and provide prizes.
Provide driver for trip to Walmart.
Provide snacks and organize social hour for Residents to socialize.
Supervise Activities Assistant and Fitness Instructor.
General:
Plan and organize two travel trips a year (overnight trips with a chartered bus).
Plan and organize annual Spring Fling event.
Meet new Residents when they move in.
Purchase supplies for Recreation Department as needed (bingo prizes, movie snacks, games, art supplies, movies, books, decorations, etc.).
Provide activities to promote socialization (yearly puzzle challenge, ice cream socials, Bingo, parties, movie night, Vesper services, birthday dinner celebrations, entertainment, yearly Great Decisions class, presentations).
Act as Librarian between Whitaker Glen and Wake County Library.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED Minimum two (2) years college education with courses in recreation, education, social work, other behavioral sciences or clinical services.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, with one (1) year full-time employment in a resident activities program in a long-term health care setting; or, one (1) year in a supervisory role within a recreation program.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW Eligible for certification as therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an Activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred) Qualified as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant, or satisfactory.
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Description Assumes administrative authority, responsibility and accountability for the provision of a program of activities designed to meet the interests and enhance the functional abilities and self‑esteem of each Resident. Manages employees to provide Recreation Services according to the facility’s philosophy. In collaboration with the Administrator, allocates resources in an efficient and economic manner to ensure each resident achieves the highest practicable physical, mental and psycho‑social well‑being.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Gathers information to design Recreation programs that meet the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident.
Develops and provides individual and group activities for Residents that reflect residents’ interests, are offered at convenient hours (morning, afternoon, evening, weekend), appeal to both men and women, take place in a variety of locations and include special seasonal events.
Distributes a monthly activities calendar to each Resident.
Develops and implements effective procedures to ensure all Residents are informed of upcoming activities.
Develops and updates Recreation Services policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility.
Participates in the development of the department budget and provides relevant financial information to the Administrator regarding department financial needs and status.
Hires and retains qualified, competent staff; conducts interviews, provides regular performance reviews, takes appropriate job actions, and reviews job actions taken by subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and performance standards and can perform all essential functions of the job.
Maintains current skills and knowledge through continuing education and applies information to job responsibilities.
Participates in fire and disaster drills and, in an emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure Resident safety.
Plans and organizes Recreational Activities as follows:
Monthly:
“News & Views” newsletter for the Residents, staff, and waitlist.
Schedule entertainment at Whitaker Glen (piano, singing groups, variety of musical entertainment).
Schedule outings for the Residents (museums, plays, luncheons, tours, shopping).
Planning calendar for activity assistant.
Daily:
Encourage Residents to participate in activities.
Check on the Residents (by request) with daily phone calls.
Schedule grocery shopping.
Schedule regular shopping and banking trips (department stores, malls, etc.).
Organize exercise program three days a week.
Organize yoga class one day a week.
Provide Residents with weekly schedule of events as well as reminder flyers/notices when needed.
Supervise strength training program as needed.
Organize Vesper services.
Organize movies and provide snacks for Residents.
Set‑up bingo and provide prizes.
Provide driver for trip to Walmart.
Provide snacks and organize social hour for Residents to socialize.
Supervise Activities Assistant and Fitness Instructor.
General:
Plan and organize two travel trips a year (overnight trips with a chartered bus).
Plan and organize annual Spring Fling event.
Meet new Residents when they move in.
Purchase supplies for Recreation Department as needed (bingo prizes, movie snacks, games, art supplies, movies, books, decorations, etc.).
Provide activities to promote socialization (yearly puzzle challenge, ice cream socials, Bingo, parties, movie night, Vesper services, birthday dinner celebrations, entertainment, yearly Great Decisions class, presentations).
Act as Librarian between Whitaker Glen and Wake County Library.
MINIMUM EDUCATION REQUIRED Minimum two (2) years college education with courses in recreation, education, social work, other behavioral sciences or clinical services.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE REQUIRED Two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, with one (1) year full-time employment in a resident activities program in a long-term health care setting; or, one (1) year in a supervisory role within a recreation program.
MINIMUM LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED BY LAW Eligible for certification as therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an Activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
ADDITIONAL QUALIFICATIONS (Preferred) Qualified as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant, or satisfactory.
Family Makes Us Stronger. Our family, your family, one family. Committed to loving, giving, and caring. United in making a difference.
We are eager to connect with you!
Apply Now
to get started at PruittHealth!
As an Equal Employment Opportunity employer, all qualified applicants will receive consideration without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, or veteran status.
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