Activity Director

, IL, United States

The Life Enrichment Director shall develop and implement meaningful activity and recreational programs for the entire community, including Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and Memory Care (MC). The programs must embrace and fulfill the needs, as well as varied interests of the residents while promoting or enhancing physical and psychosocial wellbeing. Design of the programs will include social, sensory, physical, cognitive, reflective, nature, spiritual, activities and outings. The Life Enrichment Director shall manage volunteer recruitment efforts to create a robust volunteer program throughout the community. The Life Enrichment Director shall oversee the transportation program for the community.

Responsibilities include but are not limited to:

Resident Activity Programs:

Plans and develops an effective resident activities program, including a variety of leisure and educational opportunities and activities for participation of residents of all ages, interests and physical limitations.

Serves as a member of the facility's management team to identify resident needs, submit recommendations and participate in decisions regarding program plans

Attends resident association meetings and works with committees of residents in an advisory and supportive capacity to identify resident and program needs

Provides a link between resident associations and staff

Plans a monthly program of activities for all levels of care (i.e., IL, AL and MC) per Harmony Senior Services guidelines

Meets with each new resident to complete the Resident Life Profile

Involves Program Coordinator/Activities Assistant in activity programming whenever necessary

Consult regularly with families regarding resident's participation in activities

Oversees programming budget and maintain expenses within budgeted guidelines

Maintains activities area and supplies in a neat and orderly fashion

Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on the importance of life enrichment and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents

Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, resident's families, visitors, and staff

Monthly Activity Calendar:

Plans, coordinates, and implements a daily activity program in compliance with Harmony Senior Services guidelines and standards:

Communicates program schedules and activities through facility newsletters, bulletin boards, activity events, etc.

Coordinates resident transportation to groceries, doctors, shopping, leisure activities and other resident activities

Coordinates regular programs such as resident birthday recognitions, maintaining resident directories and birthday lists

Organizes and leads off-site outings for residents; providing transportation and safe coordination for participants

Organizes facility activities for group and individual participation

Establishes and leads resident psycho-social groups as appropriate

Maintains and stores supplies required for various activities

Coordinates and oversees volunteer opportunities.

Recruits volunteers and community volunteer organizations to provide programs and activities for residents; Trains and recognizes volunteers

Assists with community public relations as needed

Develops avenues for volunteers to work with residents in the facility

Provides opportunities for residents to volunteer

Serves as staff liaison in the coordination of student interns as needed

Why Harmony? Employee Referral Bonus + Incentives (free meals, movie tickets, dining, automotive deals, retail discounts, finance/legal, consulting, electronics, and more!)

Flexible Scheduling

Telehealth + Flex Spending + Health Savings Account Options

Requirement Requirements:

Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body, such as the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals; or has two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one year of which was full‑time in a long-term care setting providing programs for seniors with Alzheimer's and other related Dementia

Be a Certified Dementia Practitioner or Eligible for Certification

Maintain applicable state requirements of dementia specific training

High level of ability in effective and succinct communication, written and oral with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public

Must have compassion for and desire to work with the senior population

Must be a self-starter and demonstrate the ability to work responsibly & independently as well as a team player

Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others

Must have experience in planning, organizing and executing a varied schedule of life enrichment opportunities for all levels of seniors from those who are very active to those with cognitive impairments resulting from Alzheimer's and related dementias; Must have exceptional organizational skills

Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and staff

Ability to supervise team members and set up and train volunteers

Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner

Requires current First Aid and CPR certification or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire

Must have valid driver's license and a good driving record

Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays

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