Director of Recreation- Temporary

Director of Recreation/Activities- Temporary

Northern Riverview is actively seeking an experienced Director of Recreation for a Temporary Position at our Skilled Nursing Facility in Haverstraw, NY. The ideal candidate will have prior Recreation Director experience in a Long-Term Care setting, an upbeat energetic personality, and be tech-savvy.

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 is 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. (MDS, assessments, care plans)
• 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 facilities and corporate policies.

REQUIREMENTS:

• Must have activities/recreation experience working in a skilled nursing facility.
• Or, the candidate is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant with experience in the long-term care setting
• Excellent administrative and organizational skills

LOCATION:

Haverstraw, NY

ABOUT US:

Northern Riverview Healthcare Center is a 180-bed skilled nursing and assisted living facility that also houses Northern Riverview Health Care Center. This beautiful facility offers comprehensive short-term rehabilitation and long-term skilled nursing services, not to mention panoramic views of the Hudson River. Our desirable location and multi-disciplinary approach are designed to help you improve your overall well-being. Northern Riverview is a proud member of the Centers Health Care consortium. NRV110