Activities Director

Activities Director Diablo Valley Post Acute Concord, CA Job Details Full-time From $26 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications High school diploma or

GED Full Job Description Job Opening:

Activities Director -

Full-Time Location:

Diablo Valley Post Acute Schedule:

Monday to

Friday Compensation:

Starting at $26 per hour with benefits

General Purpose:

The primary purpose of the Activities Director position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Activity Department. This role ensures that an ongoing program of activities is designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident in accordance with current federal, state, local, and corporate standards, regulations, and guidelines.

Essential Duties:

Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct resident-centered activities for the facility. Stay informed about current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards. Communicate effectively with employees at all levels, residents, their families, support personnel, government agencies, and the public to ensure that the needs and best interests of the residents and facility are met. Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of residents and families. Assist in facility surveys conducted by authorized government agencies. Review and assist in developing a plan of correction for activity deficiencies noted during survey inspections, providing a written report to the Administrator. Participate in regular meetings, including General Staff, Department Head, Quality Improvement, Quality Assurance (TEAM, Infection Control), Safety Committee, Marketing, and Family and Resident Council. Collaborate with the Quality Assurance and Assessment Committee to develop and implement action plans to correct identified quality deficiencies. Participate in discharge planning, the development and implementation of activity care plans, and resident assessments. Arrange transportation for residents as necessary for outings, appointments, or discharges. Develop a monthly activity schedule for residents, including outings, group activities, and in-room activities for bed-bound or isolated residents. Encourage residents to engage in self-initiated activities such as hobbies, crafts, and reading; provide materials as needed, including Braille or audio books when appropriate. Ensure that all charted activity progress notes are informative and accurately describe the services provided and the resident's response.

Supervisory Requirements:

Assist in the overall supervision and management of the activity staff.

Qualifications:

Education and/or

Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent. One year of experience in a long-term care facility is preferred. If you are a dynamic individual passionate about enhancing the lives of seniors through engaging activities, we encourage you to apply for the Activities Director position at Diablo Valley Post Acute !