Activities Director

2 days ago

Prospect Park, Pennsylvania, United States Heritage Skilled Care Full time

The Activities Director plans, coordinates, and leads engaging recreational programs that promote the physical, emotional, and social well-being of residents, while ensuring activities are tailored to individual interests and aligned with care plans.

Required Qualifications

The Activities program must be directed by a qualified professional who is either:

  • A licensed or registered therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional (as applicable by state law), and one of the following:

  • Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body (on or after October 1, 1990);

  • Has two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, including at least one year full-time in a therapeutic activities program;
  • Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant;
  • Has completed a state-approved training course in activities or therapeutic recreation.
Essential Functions
  • Directs the development, implementation, supervision, and evaluation of a comprehensive activities program that addresses the social, emotional, physical, and cognitive needs of each resident.
  • Prepares and posts a monthly calendar of activities in a location visible to residents and visitors.
  • Completes or delegates the activities component of the comprehensive assessment and contributes to or directs the creation of individualized care plan goals and approaches.

  • Ensures program activities are conducted seven days per week, and that:

  • Each resident is offered at least one cognitive activity, two recreational activities, and three ADL-related activities daily.

  • Individualized activities are provided for residents unable or unwilling to participate in group programs.
  • Oversees resident transportation to in-house and off-site events and ensures proper supervision and safety.
  • Participates in the Quality Assurance and Performance Improvement (QAPI) Committee, care plan meetings, department head meetings, and all required in-service trainings.
  • Completes required facility training and maintains continuing education/licensure as required for the role.
  • Ensures resident safety during all activities, including proper use and secure storage of any potentially hazardous materials or equipment.
  • Oversees the establishment and smooth operation of a Resident Council, including documentation of meeting minutes and follow-up on resident concerns.

  • Performs various administrative duties, including:

  • Orienting new staff

  • Developing and updating departmental policies and procedures
  • Assigning staff responsibilities
  • Conducting employee evaluations
  • Leading formal and informal educational sessions for staff to maintain high-quality service
  • Manages the volunteer program, ensuring respectful resident interactions and meaningful contributions from volunteers and students.
  • Budgets for and maintains activity supplies and equipment, ensuring organized storage and accessibility.
  • Encourages resident engagement, tracks participation, and documents progress toward individual goals.
  • Performs other duties as assigned.
Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Demonstrates respect, dignity, and advocacy for all residents and their rights
  • Maintains confidentiality of all protected health information
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills
  • Sound judgment and decision-making abilities
  • Ability to maintain composure under pressure and adapt to changing circumstances
  • Highly resourceful, organized, and efficient
  • Strong leadership and motivational skills
  • Positive attitude and ability to foster a team-oriented environment
  • Comfortable conducting meetings, setting department goals, and overseeing progress
  • Basic computer proficiency
  • Ability to work independently and manage department operations effectively
  • Excellent interpersonal skills; able to interact professionally with residents, families, staff, visitors, and outside agencies
  • Flexibility to work beyond normal hours, including weekends and holidays, as needed

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