Activity Director - Nursing Home plans, implements, and evaluates activities for nursing home residents. Designs programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. Being an Activity Director - Nursing Home may also manage the facility's volunteer program. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Activity Director - Nursing Home may require certification as Activity Director. Typically reports to a department head. The Activity Director - Nursing Home manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. To be an Activity Director - Nursing Home typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 - 3 years supervisory experience may be required. Extensive knowledge of the function and department processes. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
Activity Director must be able to manage and supervise activity department. Must plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the activity programs of this facility. Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards of practice. Particiapte in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments. Performa administrative requirements such as necessary forms, reports, etc. Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary. Refer resident/families to appropriate social service personnel when the facility does not provide the services or needs of the resident. Work with the facility's activity consultant. Must possess a positive and cheerful personality. Must possess leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with other personnel. Must work well with residents and families. Must have activity director certificate.
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $22.00 - $24.00 per hour
Expected hours: No less than 40 per week
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Work Location: In person