Activities Director

The Activities Director plans, develops, and oversees activity programs designed to enhance resident quality of life, social engagement, and overall well‑being. This role leads the Activity Department and ensures activity programming supports the physical, mental, psychosocial, and recreational needs of each patient based on comprehensive assessments and individualized care planning. The Activities Director collaborates with interdisciplinary team members to promote meaningful engagement, resident independence, regulatory compliance, and person‑centered care. Responsibilities Develop, implement, and maintain activity programs designed to meet the individual needs, interests, and abilities of patients. Complete activity assessments and participate in the development and updating of comprehensive care plans. Ensure activity programming reflects resident preferences, cultural backgrounds, and cognitive and functional abilities. Coordinate and schedule group and individual activities, including evening and weekend programs when appropriate. Recruit, train, supervise, and evaluate activity staff and volunteers. Maintain accurate documentation related to patient participation, activity involvement, and progress in accordance with regulatory requirements. Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations governing activity services in a long‑term care environment. Manage activity supplies, equipment, and budget‑related resources. Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to enhance resident engagement, quality of life, and individualized care outcomes. Promote the greatest possible degree of resident independence through meaningful activity participation and therapeutic recreation opportunities. Support community involvement opportunities and external engagement activities when appropriate. Maintain a safe, clean, and stimulating environment for all activity programs and events. Attend care plan meetings, staff meetings, and required training programs. Support resident safety initiatives and comply with all resident rights and abuse prevention requirements. Qualifications Bachelor’s degree in Recreation Therapy, Activity Programming, Social Services, or a related field preferred. Certification as an Activities Director (ADC) or eligibility to obtain certification, as required by state regulations. Minimum of one year of experience in a social or recreational program within a healthcare setting preferred. Knowledge of state and federal regulations governing long‑term care activity programs. Ability to read, write, and speak the English language. Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Benefits/EEO

What We Offer
You Competitive Wages 401k with match Medical, Dental, Vision & Supplemental Insurance Vacation, Sick, Personal Holiday & Paid Holidays Short‑Term Disability Life Insurance Tuition & CEU Reimbursement Rewards & Recognition Program EEOC We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We offer
an excellent benefit plan to include 401(k) with match, CEU reimbursement, vacation, sick time, holidays, medical, dental, and supplemental insurance plans, as well as a highly competitive compensation package. #J-18808-Ljbffr Cantex