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PruittHealth · 1 day ago

Activities Director AL

Atlanta, GA

Full-time

Onsite

Entry, Mid Level

2+ years exp

PruittHealth is committed to enhancing the lives of its residents through tailored recreational programs. The Activities Director will oversee the development and implementation of activities that meet the interests of residents while managing staff and resources effectively.

Health CarePersonal HealthWellness

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 interests of Residents, are offered at hours convenient to Residents (morning, afternoon, evening, weekend) that appeal to both men and women, take place in a variety of locations and include special seasonal events

Develops and implements effective procedures to ensure that 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. Provides relevant financial information to Administrator regarding department financial needs and status

Hires and retains qualified, competent staff to provide Recreation to attain or maintain highest practicable physical, mental and psycho social well-being. Conducts interviews, provides regular performance reviews, takes appropriate job actions, reviews job actions taken by subordinates to assure that staff meet qualification and performance standards and can perform all essential functions of the job

Maintain current skills and knowledge through continuing education. Applies information to job responsibilities

Participates in fire and disaster drills. In event of an emergency, carries out assigned duties to assure Resident safety

Plans and organizes Recreational Activities as follows: Monthly- Activities calendar for Residents. “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 Encourages Residents to participate in activities. Checks on the Residents (by request) with daily phone calls. Weekly 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. Schedule librarian two days a week. Bi-Weekly 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. Supervises 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, vespers services, birthday dinner celebrations, entertainment, yearly Great Decisions class, presentations) Acts as Librarian between Whitaker Glen and Wake County Library

Qualification

Recreation program designStaff managementTherapeutic Recreation certificationBudget managementSocial work experienceCommunication skillsOrganizational skillsTeam leadership

Required

Minimum two (2) years college education with courses in recreation, education, social work, other behavioral sciences or clinical services

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

Eligible for certification as therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an Activities professional by a recognized accrediting body