Pruitthealth Corporation
Job Description – Activities Director HCC (2516013)
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 Gather information to design Recreation programs that meet the functional levels, needs, and interests of each resident. Develop and provide individual and group activities that reflect residents’ interests, are offered at convenient hours (morning, afternoon, evening, weekend), appeal to men and women, take place in a variety of locations, and include special seasonal events.
Develop and implement effective procedures to ensure that all residents are informed of upcoming activities, maintain a monthly activities calendar, and publish it to each resident.
Develop and update Recreation Services policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility. Participate in the development of the department budget; provide relevant financial information to the Administrator regarding department financial needs and status.
Hire and retain qualified staff to provide Recreation to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psycho‑social well‑being. Conduct interviews, provide regular performance reviews, take appropriate job actions, review job actions taken by subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and performance standards and can perform all essential functions of the job.
Participate in fire and disaster drills; in an emergency, carry out assigned duties to assure resident safety.
Plan and organize Recreational Activities, including monthly newsletters, entertainment schedules, outings, exercise programs, yoga classes, weekly event schedules, strength training, Vesper services, movies, bingo, social hours, and transportation for retail and banking trips. Supervise Activities Assistant and Fitness Instructor. Facilitate two travel trips a year, annual Spring Fling event, and activities promoting socialization such as puzzles, ice cream socials, birthday dinners, and year‑long Great Decisions class.
Qualifications Minimum Education Required : Minimum two (2) years of college education with courses in recreation, education, social work, or related behavioral sciences.
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 a therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an Activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
Additional Preferred Qualifications : Qualified as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
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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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Key Responsibilities Gather information to design Recreation programs that meet the functional levels, needs, and interests of each resident. Develop and provide individual and group activities that reflect residents’ interests, are offered at convenient hours (morning, afternoon, evening, weekend), appeal to men and women, take place in a variety of locations, and include special seasonal events.
Develop and implement effective procedures to ensure that all residents are informed of upcoming activities, maintain a monthly activities calendar, and publish it to each resident.
Develop and update Recreation Services policies and procedures that reflect the philosophy and mission of the facility. Participate in the development of the department budget; provide relevant financial information to the Administrator regarding department financial needs and status.
Hire and retain qualified staff to provide Recreation to attain or maintain the highest practicable physical, mental, and psycho‑social well‑being. Conduct interviews, provide regular performance reviews, take appropriate job actions, review job actions taken by subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and performance standards and can perform all essential functions of the job.
Participate in fire and disaster drills; in an emergency, carry out assigned duties to assure resident safety.
Plan and organize Recreational Activities, including monthly newsletters, entertainment schedules, outings, exercise programs, yoga classes, weekly event schedules, strength training, Vesper services, movies, bingo, social hours, and transportation for retail and banking trips. Supervise Activities Assistant and Fitness Instructor. Facilitate two travel trips a year, annual Spring Fling event, and activities promoting socialization such as puzzles, ice cream socials, birthday dinners, and year‑long Great Decisions class.
Qualifications Minimum Education Required : Minimum two (2) years of college education with courses in recreation, education, social work, or related behavioral sciences.
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 a therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an Activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
Additional Preferred Qualifications : Qualified as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
Family Makes Us Stronger – One Family 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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