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Activity Director

Regency Integrated Health Services
McAllen, USA
Full-time
Director
Onsite
Discovered 2 weeks ago
Communication

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Qualifications

  • Must meet one of the following criteria:
  • Option 1:
  • Bachelor’s degree in Recreational Therapy from an accredited college or university
  • Minimum of one (1) year full-time experience working with elderly individuals or individuals with disabilities in a healthcare or human services setting
  • Option 2:
  • Completion of an approved Activity Director training program through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals.
  • Minimum of two (2) years full-time experience working with elderly individuals or individuals with disabilities in a healthcare or human services setting
  • Skills & Attributes:
  • Strong interpersonal and communication skills
  • Creativity in program development and engagement strategies
  • Ability to work collaboratively within an interdisciplinary team
  • Strong organizational and documentation skills
  • Compassionate, patient-centered approach to care

Responsibilities

  • Design, organize, and implement both individual and group activities tailored to residents’ needs, preferences, and abilities
  • Ensure a balanced activity program that serves both high-functioning and low-functioning residents daily
  • Conduct and document resident activity assessments, including annual reviews
  • Complete Section E of the Minimum Data Set (MDS) accurately and in a timely manner
  • Develop and maintain the activity component of each resident’s Comprehensive Care Plan based on assessment findings
  • Provide and document individualized one-to-one activities for bedfast or non-ambulatory residents
  • Develop, distribute, and post a monthly activity calendar in highly visible areas; ensure each resident receives a personal copy
  • Prepare and distribute a facility newsletter highlighting activities and upcoming events
  • Coordinate a minimum of two off-site activities per month, ensuring safe transportation and participation
  • Engage with community organizations and arrange use of external facilities to enhance programming opportunities
  • Collaborate with the Corporate Events/Activities Coordinator to plan facility-wide employee and resident events
  • Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers to support the activity program
  • Participate in Quality Assurance (QA) meetings and submit required monthly QA reports
  • Ensure all activities are documented in accordance with facility policies and regulatory standards

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