Director of Activities, Assisted Living

Director of Activities, Assisted Living

Lions Gate is currently seeking a passionate and experienced Director of Activities to join our Assisted Living community in Voorhees, New Jersey. As the Director of Activities, you will play a key role in enhancing the quality of life for our residents by planning and implementing engaging and therapeutic activity programs.

Job Duties:

• Provide ongoing varied activities for residents that will provide meaningful and therapeutic experiences to residents at all levels of functioning.
• Offer individual attention for residents who are unable to participate in group programs.
• Promote creativity and assist residents in expressing and dealing with feelings and emotions.
• Facilitate opportunities for physical, social, spiritual, creative, and intellectual functioning by stimulating the body and the mind.
• Develop and promote activity programs that enhance the quality of life for our residents.
• Collaborate with the Director to establish a monthly calendar of activities that meet the needs of every resident.
• Create a monthly Special Events calendar to include all residents and engage family members in joint programs.
• Work with the Director of Volunteers to ensure an adequate number of volunteers are available to assist with various activity programs.
• Attend care plan meetings and provide input regarding residents' participation in activity programs.
• Meet with new residents and family members to establish personalized plans for promoting and enhancing their quality of life.
• Complete initial activity assessments for new residents to create individualized activity programs tailored to their specific needs.
• Assist the Director in completing and submitting entertainment and supply invoices, baking requests, and monthly department food order requests.
• Collaborate with nursing and social services departments to plan appropriate activity programs for residents.
• Ensure compliance with all Federal and State regulations regarding activities for residents.
• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations.
• Perform other related duties as directed by supervisor or designee.

Job Requirements:

• A degree in recreational therapy or a related field from an accredited college or university is preferred.
• Activity Director Certification with the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals is required.
• Minimum five years of experience in therapeutic recreation/activities in a geriatric environment.
• Exceptional written and oral communication skills in English.
• Proficient computer skills.

Professional Requirements:

• Adhere to company and departmental personal appearance and dress code policy.
• Report to work in a clean, neat, and professional appearance.
• Wear identification at all times while on duty or representing Lions Gate at functions.
• Demonstrate dependability and punctuality by reporting to work on time as scheduled.
• Comply with all Lions Gate policies regarding ethical business practices as outlined in the Corporate Compliance Plan.
• Maintain and ensure compliance with current requirements, including all State and Federal regulations including OSHA safety protocols and standards.
• Complete annual mandatory education requirements (Corporate Compliance, HIPAA, in-service, etc.).
• Assume accountability for policies and procedures as contained in the Employee Handbook.
• Maintain a positive behavior while providing quality services to residents and family members.
• Follow resident rights/abuse policies and procedures and adhere to established incident reporting procedures.
• Maintain and ensure resident and facility information as confidential material at all times.
• Maintain a good rapport and cooperative working relationship with departments, staff, co-workers, and management.
• Represent Lions Gate in a positive and professional manner at all times.
• Maintain the dietary laws for maintaining a Kosher environment.
• Attend departmental meetings and in-services as scheduled.
• Accept assignments in a cooperative and positive manner.
• Keep work area neat, clean, and orderly.
• Perform all duties of the job to assure resident and personal safety and the protection of co-workers and facility property.
• Maintain professional growth and development through seminars, workshops, and professional affiliations.

Benefits:

• 403(b) Retirement Fund
• Medical Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Plan
• Paid Holidays
• Paid Leave
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Health Insurance Waiver
• Life Insurance
• Accident Insurance
• Long-term Disability Insurance
• Temporary Disability Insurance Program
• MetLaw NJ
• Earned Sick Leave
• Whole Life

About the Company:

Lions Gate is an independent living community for seniors located in Voorhees, NJ. We offer various assisted living options including apartments, homes, and cottages. Join our team and be part of an organization dedicated to providing exceptional care and enhancing the lives of our residents.