Top 11 Activity director Jobs in Utica, Ny

Director of Activities
Bethany Gardens Skilled Living Center —Rome, NY
- $23 - $25 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Nursing home
- Computer literacy
- Mid-level
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Recreation Program Leader 1
State of New York - Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of —Rome, NY
- $53,764 - $68,630 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
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Recreation Therapy Specialist
Upstate Caring Partners —Utica, NY
- $21 - $23 an hour
- Driver's License
- Bachelor's degree
- Travel
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Recreation Therapist
State of New York - Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of —Rome, NY
- $53,764 - $68,630 a year
- Full-time
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Mid-level
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Hourly Recreation Therapist (McPike ATC)
State of New York - Addiction Services and Supports, Office of —Utica, NY
- $25.75 an hour
- Email
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with developmental disabilities
- Mid-level
Therapeutic Recreation Leader
KATHERINE LUTHER RESIDENTIAL HEALTH CARE & REHABILITATION CE —Clinton, NY
- $16 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- High school diploma or GED
- 1 year
- Geriatrics
Therapeutic Rec Specialist NSD
The House of The Good Shepherd —Utica, NY
- $25.47 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Master's degree
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Thrive Therapeutic Recreation Specialist-CTTP
The House of The Good Shepherd —Utica, NY
- $26.47 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Residential
- Master's degree
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Therapeutic Recreation Leader II - CNA
KATHERINE LUTHER RESIDENTIAL HEALTH CARE & REHABILITATION CE —Clinton, NY
- $19.79 - $20.38 an hour
- Part-time
- CNA
- Entry level
Community Recreation Specialist
The Arc, Oneida – Lewis Chapter —Utica, NY
- From $19 an hour
- Full-time
- Management
- Research
- High school diploma or GED
- Paid training
- Mileage reimbursement
RECREATION & LIFE SKILLS SPECIALIST
Oneida Health —Oneida, NY
- $18 - $20 an hour
- Part-time
- 18 years or older
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Free parking
- 403(b) matching

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Recreation Program Leader 1
State of New York - Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of —Rome, NY
Substitution: an associate degree in a related field* can substitute for two years of specialized experience; a bachelor’s degree in a related field* can…
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Recreation Therapist
State of New York - Corrections and Community Supervision, Department of —Rome, NY
Or 2. a bachelor's degree in Recreation, Physical Education or Adaptive Physical Education AND one year of experience in planning and administering a…
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Gathering Place of Licking County, LLC —Newark, OH
Valid driver's license with less than four points on driving record. Organize and lead social and recreational activities such as bingo, arts and crafts, games,…
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Forest Hills —Columbus, OH
Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is licensed by this state and is eligible for certification as a…
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Director of Activities

Bethany Gardens Skilled Living Center -
Rome, NY

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Job Details

Full-time
$23 - $25 an hour
13 days ago

Qualifications

Computer operation
Recreation therapy
Computer skills
Team motivation (leadership skill)

Full Job Description

POSITION TITLE: Director of Activities and Volunteer Services

POSITION

DESCRIPTION: Functions under the direct supervision of the Administrator. Responsible for completion of functions of the Activities department and responsible for the recruitment, orientation, and placement of Activities staff and volunteers.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Including but not limited to)

Meet with Administration monthly or as needed with monthly statistics, discuss new programs and changes within the department.
Discuss and develop annual budget and present to Administration.
Arrange for various civic and community service organizations to facilitate events for the residents.
Develop a program with the resident/designated representative a written plan for their group/independent activities in accordance with his/her needs, interests, capabilities, physical needs, education, and experiences. The plans must be in accordance with care plan in New York State mandated requirements.
Follow MD order for activity.
Review and revise Activities policies and procedures and job descriptions yearly.
Set up staff meetings regarding resident status and motivation as well as improving interdepartmental communication.
Schedule and meet with Resident Council once per month, record and review minutes with interdisciplinary team. Review findings at Q.A. meeting.
Arrange facility vehicles as needed for outings.
Discuss new and existing programs, changes and concerns on activity calendar.
Arrange for Shopper’s Service and coordinate financial aspects of program.
Recruit, hire, orient, and train new staff.
Assist as needed to enhance and explain existing programs as well as attempt to increase volunteerism.
Organize annual Volunteers Recognition Luncheon and National Volunteer Week events.
Anticipate and plan the events that may require additional volunteers.
Arrange and maintain donor book. Send thank you and sympathy cards.
Oversee the development of Bethany Gardens monthly calendar based upon individual and group needs, interest and capabilities, considering the special needs of residents, including but not limited to dementia, physical handicap, visual, hearing and speech deficiencies, wheelchair or bed restrictions with activities, nursing, volunteers, family, and members of Bethany Gardens.

REPRESENTATIVE DUTIES: (Continued)

Represent as indicated for Bethany Gardens at community functions, assist with PR projects, prepare press releases, and submit photos as necessary.
Document in clinical records any changes or updates. Participate in multidisciplinary care plan conference.
Develops and maintains job descriptions for department personnel, review and revise with Administration.
Reviews the 30, 60, and 90 day evaluations for activity staff. Monitor absenteeism with Human Resources Director. Completes annual performance evaluation on a timely basis.
Devises and formulates, interprets and executes policies and procedures as established by nursing home Administrator and cooperated in enforcing such policies.
Participates in the following meetings: Department Head, Patient Care, Quality Assurance, and Policy & Procedure,
Gives counsel and guidance to activities staff regarding problem-solving, staffing issues, training and orientating staff, managing supplies and overall organization of the department.
Open lines of communication with resident families through updating residents progress with letters and conversation to family.
Manage and facilitate facility holiday/seasonal decorating as needed. Pack and store items for future use to alleviate breakage and damage. Assist Bethany Garden’s team/families with resident room organization as needed.
Other tasks assigned by the Administrator.

QUALIFICATIONS:

Qualified and certified recreation specialist.
Two years of experience in an age-appropriate social or resident Activities program in a health care setting.

EDUCATION/ EXPERIENCE:

Degree in therapeutic recreation or related field.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (Personal Skills and Traits Desired):

Good verbal and written communication skills.
Evidence of effective problem resolution skills.
Demonstrates ability to establish and manage priorities.
Resourceful, organized and efficient.
Ability to meet deadlines.

SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS (continued)

Ability to train and motivate others.
Basic computer skills.
Require little or no outside direction in performing duties.
Capable of switching between various projects with little or no need for reorientation

SPECIAL DEMANDS:

Dress appropriate to duties required.
Tact in dealing with personnel, medical staff, residents, public and volunteers.
Be able to assist ambulatory residents with walking and transferring.
Be able to lift non-ambulatory residents with assistance.

WORKING CONDITIONS:

Work conducted indoors and outdoors.
Extended periods involving walking and standing.

JOB HAZARDS:

Possible exposure to communicable diseases.

WORKING HOURS:

Flexibility in schedule for weekends, holidays, and evenings.

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Director of Activities

Recreation Program Leader 1

Recreation Therapy Specialist

Recreation Therapist

Hourly Recreation Therapist (McPike ATC)

Therapeutic Recreation Leader

Therapeutic Rec Specialist NSD

Thrive Therapeutic Recreation Specialist-CTTP

Therapeutic Recreation Leader II - CNA

Community Recreation Specialist

RECREATION & LIFE SKILLS SPECIALIST

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