ACTIVITY DIRECTOR

Five Star Residences of Noblesville is a beautiful community in Noblesville, IN, with more than 150 units offering independent living, assisted living, and Alzheimer's care.

Key Responsibilities

At this time, we are seeking Full Time Certified Nursing Aides to join our team!

FUNCTION: Responsible for ensuring a well-rounded recreation program of evidence based programming for the residents in the community.

POSITION SPECIFICATIONS:

The following specifications may differ depending upon the number of available employees among whom the performance of a particular job function can be distributed and the size and type of community.

• Employees will be required to perform any other job related duties requested by their supervisor.
• Requirements are representative of minimum levels of knowledge, skills and/or abilities. To perform this job successfully, incumbent will possess the mental abilities or aptitudes to perform each duty proficiently.
• All requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

QUALIFICATIONS: The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Must pass background screen and drug screen.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and communicate appropriate activities that promote participation and enthusiasm among the residents.
• Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties/projects within the time allotted. Use effective time management skills.

Education and/or Experience:

• Experience working in a group setting with elders is preferred.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor’s degree in human service or recreation therapy preferred.
• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions.

Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:

• Licensed or registered, if applicable, by the state.
• Eligibility for state certification as an activity director preferred.
• Valid state Driver’s License or Chauffeur’s license as required by property and/or state.
• First Aid Certification desired.

Equipment Used: Will use standard office equipment, including, but not limited to, personal computer, copier . May use equipment related to resident activity such as stove, oven, kitchen appliances or arts & crafts related tools. Will use an automobile or van to transport residents.

Language Skills: Must be able to express self adequately in written and oral English and to communicate effectively in an interdisciplinary setting with residents, families, staff members, representatives of community and visitors.

Mathematical Skills: Basic knowledge of statistics helpful. Ability to develop, understand and track recreation program budget.

Reasoning Ability: Ability to apply common sense understanding in order to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral or diagram form. Ability to analyze data, reports, business documentation and problems and develop workable solutions and goals. Must be able to interpret and implement written or oral programs, goals, objectives, policies, and procedures of the Recreation Department.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

1. Plans, schedules and implements an innovative, evidence based, seven days per week ( at least five programs per day with one program in the evening) activity program that is engaging and incorporates the Five Dimensions of Wellness:
2. Emotional Dimension- 5 days per week
3. Intellectual Dimension- 7 days per week
4. Physical Dimension- 7 days per week
5. Social Dimension- 7 days per week
6. Spiritual Dimension- 3 days per week
7. Develops and posts a comprehensive monthly calendar of events for the community. Calendar will be posted on a community bulletin board that is professional in appearance.
8. Works with marketing, food service, administrative and other departments in the community to ensure quality resident programming.
9. Organizes and/or conducts outings that are of interest to residents. ,.
10. Drives residents to and from scheduled outings and events using the community vehicle.
11. Arranges for resident parties and entertainment.
12. Promotes participation and individual resident interaction by developing an understanding of resident’s interests and programming to those interests.
13. Arranges religious observances and/or in-house services.
14. Coordinates the development of the in house newsletter with input from residents, employees and guests; oversees the distribution of the newsletter to residents, families and community groups.
15. Assists in orienting new residents to the community by introducing them to staff members, and other residents, providing a tour of the community; inviting/escorting them to community programs, and outings.
16. Lifestyle 360 Directors will communicate with the families of new residents weekly for the first two months and then monthly afterwards.
17. Develops a hospitality committee of residents based on the interests/needs of the community.
18. Works with marketing/management to develop community outreach programs for resident involvement (i.e. schools, hospitals, nursing homes, etc.).
19. Will work with marketing to send out two press releases per month
20. Responsible for planning events for the holidays and the monthly Lifestyle 360 Signature Program.
21. Conducts resident lifestyle programming interviews and incorporates information into the development of individualized programs. Invite to those programs that residents are interested in engaging in.
22. Facilitates monthly resident community meetings.
23. Operates the department in a cost effective manner adhering to department budgeting guidelines, goals and established parameters.
24. Coordinates and cooperates with other departments in providing a favorable physical, social and emotional environment.
25. Coordinates and leads an active network of volunteers.
26. Is in compliance with all Five Star Lifestyle 360 Program Standards.
27. Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude and works well under pressure.
28. Demonstrates high level skill in planning appropriate and innovative community Programming.

INTERPERSONAL SKILLS: Demonstrates active listening techniques, gains support through effective relationships, treats others with dignity and respect and seeks feedback.

• Develops and maintains a good working relationship and cooperative attitude with intra-departmental personnel, as well as, other departments within the community. Possesses the ability to deal professionally and cooperatively with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public.
• Possesses leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise staff assigned to department or projects. Encourages professional growth of personnel.
• Works with the Company resources or consultants as necessary and implements recommended changes as required.

CONTINUING EDUCATION:

• Attends continuing education programs required for maintenance of any professional certifications.
• Incorporates new methods, principles, and trends learned from continuing education programs into existing practices.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS:

• Ability to assist residents on and off bus, van or car, and may be required to move or arrange furniture for activities and/or climb stoop, bend, kneel, push and reach to carry out activities.
• Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely through the building and to assist, while involved in activities or transportations.
• Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and peripheral vision.
• Ability to remain calm under stress.
• Able to carry out essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of self and/or others.

WORK ENVIRONMENT: The work environment characteristics described are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job.

• Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
• This position is subject to both inside and outside environmental conditions. Activities occur inside and outside.
• Exposure to large groups in room with activities that may have a moderate noise level.

COMMUNICATION: Must be able to speak clearly and distinctly. Must be able to be understood by a wide variety of individuals some who may have various levels of cognitive and hearing impairments.

• Writes, edits, produces and distributes a monthly newsletter to residents and families that includes an upcoming calendar of events.
• Develops and distributes a fully itemized list of special events to all departments in a timely manner.
• Develops networks within the community at large to improve program creativity and public relations for programs held within the community as well as outside of the community.
• Makes written and oral reports/recommendations to the Executive Director concerning the operation of the Program Department.
• Demonstrates active listening techniques, seeks feedback, creates and maintains reporting mechanisms, gains support through effective relationships, and treats others with dignity an