Activity Director - Nursing Home jobs in the United States

Activity Director - Nursing Home plans, implements, and evaluates activities for nursing home residents. Designs programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. Being an Activity Director - Nursing Home reviews and approves the monthly activities calendar. May also manage the facility's volunteer program. Additionally, Activity Director - Nursing Home typically requires a bachelor's degree. Typically reports to a director. The Activity Director - Nursing Home manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for perso (Copyright 2025 Salary.com)

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Activity Director
  • Central Nursing Home
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Activity Director


    Basic Function

    To manage, communicate, supervise, plan and carry out activities which meet the needs of all residents.


    Essential Duties

    1. Planning and implementation of individual and group activities.

    2. Schedules events that promote physical, cognitive, social, and emotional health.

    3. Activities provided during days, evenings, and weekends.

    4. Utilizes community resources within and outside of the community.

    5. Carries out activities part of care plan.

    6. Incorporates residents' interests into activities and discussion.
    7. Gives residents opportunities for choices and self-expression.

    8. Identifies and provides adaptive devices for those with sensory deficits (i.e., large-print books, tape recorders).

    9. Promotes self-esteem and social interaction with residents.

    10. Identifies and provides activities for those with special needs (i.e., depressed

    terminally ill, bedridden).

    11. Encourages participation and involvement of all residents.
    12. Posts monthly and weekly schedules throughout the facility.

    13. Directs updates to the schedule and R. 0. boards.

    14. Prepares for and participates in resident care conference.
    15. Completes and updates resident assessments in a timely manner.

    16. Provides activities that relate to residents' interests before they came to this facility.

    17. Provides opportunity for residents to learn new skills and develop new interests.

    18. Maintains a clean work and storage area.

    19. Uses proper body mechanics
    20. Follows proper infection control practices.

    21. Observes for resident safety when in resident care areas.

    22. Charts legibly, with standard grammar and spelling.
    23. Adheres to legal requirements and proper policies and procedures in documentation.
    24. Coordinates religious services relevant to needs and varied faiths of residents.

    25. Accompanies and assists clergy as needed.

    26. Prepares sites and materials for activities.

    27. Maintains equipment in safe and functional condition.
    28. Treats residents and staff with respect and dignity.
    29. Adheres to all facility and department safety policies and procedures.
    30. Provides consistent supervision of activity aides re: duties, documentation and work habits.

    31. Gives clear and specific instructions to activity aides.

    32. Provides timely evaluations and appropriate disciplinary action.

    33. Adjusts and schedules activity staff to accommodate resident needs and code requirements.

    34. Possesses and applies knowledge of state/federal guidelines to Activity Dept.

    35. Informs appropriate personnel of identified needs, changes and concerns.

    36. Stays within established budget guidelines.

    37. Participates in Q.A.A. as directed by Administrator.

    38. Identifies needed areas of staff development within dept., communicates with lnservice Director.
    39. Responds appropriately and in a timely manner to questions/concerns regarding Activity Dept.

    40. Meets with dept. monthly and as needed to discuss changes and concerns.

    41. Contacts local newspaper regarding press releases.

    42. Directs the writing of facility newsletter.
    43. Recruits, orients, and supervises volunteers.

    44. Assesses needs regarding retention and recruitment of staff; makes recommendations to Administrator.

    45. Recruits, interviews, and hires needed activity staff.

    46. Orients and instructs staff in policies and procedures of facility and the Activity department.


    Supervision Received

    Receives supervision from Administrator.

    Supervision Provided

    Provides supervision to staff and volunteers of the activity department.

    Qualifications

    • No convictions for abuse, neglect or mistreatment or for misappropriation of property.
    • Prompt and regular attendance.
    • Has a bachelor's degree in recreation therapy and is eligible for registration as a therapeutic recreation specialist with the national therapeutic recreation society.
    • Has 2 years experience in a social or recreational program within the past 5 years, one year of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting: or
    • Is an occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant who meets the requirements for certification by the American occupational therapy association

    • If not a qualified activity coordinator, must receive at least a monthly consultation from a qualified activity coordinator.

    Knowledge, Skills. and Abilities

    • Ability to read, write and make simple calculations and follow oral and written directions.

    Working Conditions

    • Works in well lighted and noisy area.
    • Subject to interruptions.
    • Subject to involvement with personnel, visitors, state and federal agency personnel and residents.
    • Occasionally subject to hostile, emotionally upset residents.
    • Provided with necessary protective equipment and devices.
    • Frequent change between hot and cold work areas.

  • 25 Days Ago

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Activity Tech
  • Redbanks Nursing Home
  • Henderson, KY FULL_TIME
  • Redbanks is currently looking to hire a Activity Tech to work full-time hours varies. You must be a SRNA or be willing to take the SRNA class. This position assist with organizing and planning of acti...
  • 9 Days Ago

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Activity Coordinator
  • Highland Home Nursing Center
  • Ridgeland, MS FULL_TIME
  • Job SummaryThe Activity Coordinator plays a vital role in enhancing the quality of life for residents in long-term care facilities, assisted living communities, and nursing homes. This position involv...
  • 1 Day Ago

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ACTIVITY AIDE
  • Towers Nursing Home
  • Smithville, TX FULL_TIME
  • Primary Responsibilities The Activity Aide will be responsible for assisting the Activity Director in planning, coordinating, and directing the residents activity program. The Activity Aide collaborat...
  • 1 Month Ago

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Activity Aide
  • River Bluff Nursing Home
  • Rockford, IL FULL_TIME
  • This position requires applicant be 18 years of age or older.Summary of ResponsibilitiesUnder the direct supervision of the Activity Director, assists in providing nursing home residents with a progra...
  • 22 Days Ago

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Activity Aid
  • Central Nursing Home
  • Chicago, IL FULL_TIME
  • Central Nursing Home -Do you enjoy making a difference? Do you enjoy working in an environment where what you do makes an impact on the facility?This is the place for you!We are currently hiring for A...
  • 25 Days Ago

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Memory Care Coordinator
  • Senior Lifestyle
  • Washington, DC
  • Company Description Do you have HEART? We are looking for individuals who can embrace our mission to purposely brighten ...
  • 2/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Ambulatory Nurse Coordinator (RN) Infusion - Relocation Offered!
  • MEDSTAR HEALTH
  • Washington, DC
  • General Summary of Position Coordinates the operations of designated ambulatory practice(s) associates. Supervises clini...
  • 2/17/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Maintenance Technician/Driver
  • WPM Real Estate Management
  • Ellicott City, MD
  • Essential Functions: Performs electrical repairs on items such as appliances, fixtures, switches, outlets, circuits, lig...
  • 2/16/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Director of Operations
  • LaSalle Network
  • Washington, DC
  • LaSalle Network is partnering with a DC-based, PE-backed consulting firm. Our client is in search of a Director of Opera...
  • 2/15/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Active Directory Systems Engineer - TS/SCI w/Poly
  • General Dynamics Information Technology
  • Annapolis Junction, MD
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  • 2/14/2025 12:00:00 AM

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Sales Counselor
  • Five Star Senior Living
  • Silver Spring, MD
  • Work With Purpose At Five Star Senior Living, our people are the critical link to those we serve, and it is their vitali...
  • 2/13/2025 12:00:00 AM

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  • Reston, VA
  • Description The Decision Advantage Solutions (DAS) Business Area has a new opportunity for a Senior Business Development...
  • 2/6/2025 12:00:00 AM

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  • Leidos
  • Reston, VA
  • Description Leidos National Security Sector has a new opportunity for a Business Development Director to help us solve m...
  • 12/11/2024 12:00:00 AM

Income Estimation for Activity Director - Nursing Home jobs
$49,979 to $67,467