Director of Recreation

Far Rockaway Center is hiring a Director of Recreation to work for our Skilled Nursing Facility in Far Rockaway, NY.

DUTIES:

• Plans a variety of engaging activity programs for all days of the week (including evenings, weekend, and holidays)
• Plans activities that are appropriate to the needs of the residents (includes but are not limited to: small and large group programs, individual pursuits, sensory activities, clubs, special interests, spiritual and religious activities, one to one activities, community outings)
• Prepares a monthly calendar of activities that are posted in prominent areas and provided to every resident
• Prepares a monthly staffing schedule that includes evening and weekend and holiday coverage
• Ensures that all documentation requirements are met.
• Develops a system to record resident participation/attendance
• Participates in morning meetings, department head meetings, care plan meetings, and any other meeting as directed by the facility administrator
• Orders appropriate supplies and equipment for the department
• Plans a monthly resident council meeting (and any other resident committees such as food committee) and is the staff liaison for the resident council president and other resident executive committee members. Takes meeting minutes and ensures that all resident concerns are addressed
• Organizes and coordinates special community outings with resident interests in mind
• Arranges regular entertainment, parties, seasonal programs, and special events
• Plans and coordinates staff events at the request of the administrator
• Ensures that the facility is appropriately decorated as per the holiday/season
• Supervises the volunteer program for the facility
• Coordinates community grassroots programming and serves as facility representative at local events
• Responsible for maintaining a bi-monthly newsletter and maintaining facility social media program
• Adheres to all facility and corporate policies

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have activities/recreation experience working in a skilled nursing facility
• Minimum 2 years of age-appropriate experience with 5 years in a full-time activity program
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills
• Must enjoy working with the senior population

About us:

Far Rockaway Center is a 100-bed rehabilitation and skilled nursing facility located in Far Rockaway, New York. Our size enables a warm, nurturing environment, which allows each resident to maintain his or her individuality. Our staff is committed to ensuring the highest quality of life for all our residents, by maintaining each resident’s dignity and independence. Far Rockaway Center is a proud member of the Centers Health Care Consortium.

Equal Opportunity Employer –M/F/D/V