Excelcare at Wayne
Recreation Director
Excelcare at Wayne, Oregon, Illinois, United States, 61061
Job description
DUTIES:
Plans a variety of engaging activity programs for all days of the week (including evenings, weekend and holidays)
Plans activities that are appropriate to the needs of the residents (includes but are not limited to: small and large group programs, individual pursuits, sensory activities, clubs, special interests, spiritual and religious activities, one to one activities, community outings)
Prepares a monthly calendar of activities that is posted in prominent areas and provided to every resident
Prepares a monthly staffing schedule that includes evening and weekend and holiday coverage
Ensures that all documentation requirements are met. (MDS, assessments, care plans)
Develops a system to record resident participation / attendance
Participates in morning meetings, department head meetings, care plan meetings, and any other meeting as directed by the facility administrator
Orders appropriate supplies and equipment for the department
Plans a monthly resident council meeting (and any other resident committees such as food committee) and is the staff liaison for the resident council president and other resident executive committee members. Takes meeting minutes and ensures that all resident concerns are addressed
Organizes and coordinates special community outings with resident interests in mind
Arranges regular entertainment, parties, seasonal programs and special events
Plans and coordinates staff events at the request of the administrator
Ensures that facility is appropriately decorated as per the holiday/season
Supervises the volunteer program for the facility
Coordinates community grass roots programming and serves as facility representative at local events
Manages compliance with NJ Law on LGBTQ+ older adults rights in LTC
Responsible for maintaining a bi-monthly newsletter and maintaining facility social media program
Adheres to all facility and corporate policies, and all other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent
AND
Activity Director Certified (ACD) by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP)
OR
BA/BS in healthcare field
Must have activities/recreation experience working in a skilled nursing facility
Minimum 2 years of age appropriate experience with 5 years in a full time activity program
Excellent administrative and organizational skills
Must enjoy working with the senior population
Is enthusiastic, engaging and promotes a positive work environment
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DUTIES:
Plans a variety of engaging activity programs for all days of the week (including evenings, weekend and holidays)
Plans activities that are appropriate to the needs of the residents (includes but are not limited to: small and large group programs, individual pursuits, sensory activities, clubs, special interests, spiritual and religious activities, one to one activities, community outings)
Prepares a monthly calendar of activities that is posted in prominent areas and provided to every resident
Prepares a monthly staffing schedule that includes evening and weekend and holiday coverage
Ensures that all documentation requirements are met. (MDS, assessments, care plans)
Develops a system to record resident participation / attendance
Participates in morning meetings, department head meetings, care plan meetings, and any other meeting as directed by the facility administrator
Orders appropriate supplies and equipment for the department
Plans a monthly resident council meeting (and any other resident committees such as food committee) and is the staff liaison for the resident council president and other resident executive committee members. Takes meeting minutes and ensures that all resident concerns are addressed
Organizes and coordinates special community outings with resident interests in mind
Arranges regular entertainment, parties, seasonal programs and special events
Plans and coordinates staff events at the request of the administrator
Ensures that facility is appropriately decorated as per the holiday/season
Supervises the volunteer program for the facility
Coordinates community grass roots programming and serves as facility representative at local events
Manages compliance with NJ Law on LGBTQ+ older adults rights in LTC
Responsible for maintaining a bi-monthly newsletter and maintaining facility social media program
Adheres to all facility and corporate policies, and all other duties as assigned.
QUALIFICATIONS:
High school diploma or equivalent
AND
Activity Director Certified (ACD) by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP)
OR
BA/BS in healthcare field
Must have activities/recreation experience working in a skilled nursing facility
Minimum 2 years of age appropriate experience with 5 years in a full time activity program
Excellent administrative and organizational skills
Must enjoy working with the senior population
Is enthusiastic, engaging and promotes a positive work environment
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