Activities Director
Cypress at Lake Providence is part of the Volare Health portfolio of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation centers located in multiple states. We welcome our residents, their families, and our staff with warm hearts. While you make a difference in the daily lives of our residents, we support you with competitive market wages and help guide you along your career path.
Summary: The Activities Director is responsible for ensuring the development, organization, and coordination of facility and community resources to provide comprehensive Therapeutic Recreation Services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident. The Activities Director plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents by providing meaningful and engaging activities. If you have a passion for caregiving, event planning, and creating a positive environment for seniors, we encourage you to apply.
Responsibilities:
- Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings. Update assessments and plans as needed and as required by state/federal regulations.
- Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meet the needs of the facility resident population. Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, family, and volunteers.
- Manage the facility's Volunteer Program.
- Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals.
- Develop and implement a comprehensive activities program for residents in an assisted living, nursing home, or memory care setting.
- Plan and organize a variety of engaging activities and events to promote socialization, physical well-being, and mental stimulation.
- Coordinate and schedule activities, ensuring a balanced and diverse calendar of events.
- Collaborate with other staff members to integrate activities into the overall care plan for residents.
- Provide supervision and support to activity assistants or volunteers.
- Assess residents' needs and preferences to tailor activities to individual interests and abilities.
- Maintain accurate records of resident participation and progress.
Schedule: Mon-Fri / Full-time
Qualifications:
- Be eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body; or have two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; or have completed a training course approved by the State.
- Can read, write, and follow oral and written directions in English.
- Be able to relate positively and favorably to residents and families and to work cooperatively with other employees and personnel of other agencies.
- Basic understanding of computer technology.
- Ability to pass background investigation, and reference inquiry.
Experience:
- Previous experience in activity planning or related field preferred.
- Knowledge of social work principles and practices in a healthcare setting.
- Familiarity with assisted living, nursing home, or memory care environments.
- Understanding of the needs and challenges associated with dementia care.
- Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff members.
- Experience in event planning or organizing group activities is beneficial.
Benefits and Perks:
- Career advancement opportunities
- Health, Dental and Vision insurance options are available for you and your family.
- Company paid life insurance.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
- Health savings account (HSA)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Tuition reimbursement
- Please note, benefit eligibility will change for part-time and PRN schedules.
If you seek to use your mind and your heart to improve daily lives, come join our team! We offer great challenges and opportunities for advancement!
