Activities Director

Healthcare Nursing of Fort Collins -

We are currently seeking a caring and dynamic Activities Director, who is looking for an opportunity to have a direct, positive impact on the lives of our patients and direct care staff on a daily basis. You will work in a skilled nursing environment, making a tremendous difference in the lives of your patients and helping them regain a quality of life.

If you have a true passion for providing seniors with unparalleled short- and long-term care, and if you meet our qualifications, we want to talk with you. Contact us today!

We believe our team is the foundation of exceptional care. We are proud to foster a workplace culture built on compassion, respect, and professional growth. Whether you're providing direct care or supporting our operations, your contributions are deeply valued and make a lasting impact on the lives of our residents and their families.

Work Schedule :

Full-time or Part-time

Salary :

$20.00 - 25.00 / Hour depending on experience

JOB SUMMARY : The Activities Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing a program of activity / leisure pursuits designed to meet the social, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, educational and physical needs and interests of residents in accordance with the comprehensive resident care plan.

JOB DUTIES :

Develops and delivers activity / recreational programming to promote the residents’ opportunities for engaging in normal life.

Completes the “Preferences for Routine and Activities” section of the Minimal Data Set, the CAA when triggered, the Company Recreation / Activity Evaluation within five (5) business days of admission; Attends and participates in Resident Care Plan Meetings.

Conducts admissions interviews, documentation, completes the activities section of the MDS assessment tool, and writes the corresponding CAA and care plans.

Completes a monthly calendar of available activity / recreational programs and posts it in the center.

Identifies activity preferences and current activity pursuits from interviews and clinical record; Identifies health issues that result in reduced activity participation; Documents findings including source if applicable.

Completes standardized assessment data for each resident at regular intervals and develop an individualized plan of care based on the identified needs, strengths, and preferences of the resident.

Implements strategies to assist residents with increasing their involvement in activities that are appropriate to functional or situational limitations.

Plans community activities that jointly include the community, staff, families and residents.

Assures physician’s approval for involvement in activity / recreational programs; Maintains precautions / limitations list on each resident.

Provides residents with opportunities and support for involvement in group and individual leisure pursuits (i.e. arts / crafts, community outings, religious activities, intellectual / educational activities, community / center service activities) based upon individual interests and needs. Invites / encourages residents’ participation.

Responsibilities and activities may change or be assigned at any time with or without notice.

REQUIREMENTS / EDUCATION / EXPERIENCE :

• 1-2 years of prior experience working at a SNF Facility.
• 1+ years of experience as an Activity Director in long-term care.
• 2+ years of experience conducting social / recreational programs within the past five years, one of which was fulltime in a resident activities program in a health care setting.

Affirmative Action Statement

An Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We actively seek to recruit, hire, and promote individuals from all backgrounds, including but not limited to women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, protected veterans, and members of the LGBTQ+ community. We are proud to be an affirmative action employer and encourage all qualified candidates to apply.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement

Consistent with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and Colorado Anti-Discrimination Act, it is the policy of the facility to provide reasonable accommodation when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause an undue hardship.  The policy regarding requests for reasonable accommodation applies to all aspects of employment, including the application process.  If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Administrator.