Job Description

POSITION SUMMARY



Responsible for planning and implementing enrichment events and activities for residents and/or participants.



PRINCIPAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES



Plans, schedules, and conducts group and individual activity programs that promote meaningful engagement across all dimensions of wellness.



Completes activity assessments, maintains required documentation, and contributes to care plans in accordance with regulatory requirements and level of care.



Designs life enrichment programs that reflect resident interests, cultural backgrounds, and functional abilities.



Coordinates and leads special events, seasonal celebrations, and holiday programs.



Encourages resident participation through positive engagement, personal invitations, and promotion of upcoming activities.



Coordinates transportation, escorts, and supervision for outings and community events, ensuring resident safety at all times.



Establishes and maintains effective relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and community partners.



Assists with marketing efforts by showcasing activity programs and participating in tours or resident-focused presentations as needed.



Assists in the creation and distribution of monthly calendars, newsletters, and communication materials.



Recruits, trains, and supports volunteers as applicable.



Performs other related duties as assigned.



MANAGEMENT RESPONSIBILITIES



Provides leadership and oversight for the Activity/Life Enrichment Department, ensuring programs are delivered in accordance with regulatory guidelines and organizational standards.



Plans, organizes, and supervises daily departmental operations, ensuring appropriate activity coverage and timely program delivery.



Manages staffing responsibilities including scheduling, task assignment, coaching, and supporting team members as needed.



Maintains departmental fiscal responsibilities, including budget monitoring, cost control, and accurate documentation of expenses.



Orders, inventories, and manages activity supplies, equipment, and materials to support ongoing programming within approved budget parameters.



Ensures activity spaces, and equipment are clean, safe, and well-maintained.



Participates in performance evaluations and supports staff development.



Ensures compliance with all safety, infection control, and regulatory requirements relevant to the Activity Department.



Performs other related managerial duties as assigned.



EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE



High School Diploma or equivalent is preferred.



1-2 years' experience in a senior care activities environment preferred.



Minimum of two years unencumbered driving record preferred, preferably with an older adult, physically challenged population.



CERTIFICATES, LICENSES, REGISTRATIONS



Certified Activity Director credential required, or must be able to obtain certification within 30 days of employment.



Valid Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) certification in the state which employed required.



CPR Certification required upon hire, or obtain within thirty (30) days of employment.



Current, unrestricted driver's license in the state which employed.



KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES



Must possess strong collaborative, interpersonal, organizational, multi-tasking, verbal and written communication skills, and a desire to create a high-performance, effective team that can produce consistent, demonstrated results.



Must demonstrate on an ongoing basis the ability to develop and maintain good working relationships with co-workers and ministry leadership.



Competencies needed for this position include strong interpersonal relationship skills, detail oriented, work in collaboration with others, demonstrate a high degree of integrity and personal commitment, possess strong analytical skills, be able to work independently and manage multiple deliverables at the same time.



Ability to function in a matrix environment and demonstrate a passion to succeed be self- motivated, dependable, committed, and a willingness to see a project through to its conclusion.



Working knowledge and proficiency with Microsoft Office is required.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer:

Catholic Care Center is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) and Affirmative Action employer. Associates and Applicants receive fair and impartial consideration without regard to race, color, religion, national origin, citizenship, gender identity, sexual orientation, age, physical or mental disability, veteran status, genetic data, or other legally protected status.

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