FULL TIME - Activities Director

Duties: Plan, Develop, Organize, Implement, Evaluate. And direct the activity programs of this facility. Is involved with residents, personnel, visitors, government agencies/personnel, etc., under all conditions and circumstances. Review department policies and procedures, at least manually, and participate in making recommended changes Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family. Participate in discharge planning, development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments. Interview resident/families as necessary and in private setting. Assist in arranging transportation to other facilities when necessary. Provide information to resident/families as to Medicare/Medicaid eligibility, and other financial assistance programs available to the resident, as necessary. Assume the authority, responsibility, and accountability of directing the activity department. Maintain a productive working relationship with the medical profession and other health related facilities and organizations. Coordinate activities with other departments as necessary. Make written and oral reports/recommendations to the Administrator concerning the operation of the activity department Be able to assist and coordinate family visits. EducationMust possess, as a minimum, a high school diploma or its equivalent Must have, as a minimum, 6 months experience