Activities Director

Full-time

$62,000-$72,000

We are seeking an experienced and compassionate Activities Director to join our team at Central Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center in Syracuse, New York. As a member of our Interdisciplinary Team, the Activities Director will be responsible for providing a comprehensive assessment and care planning of residents' preferences for activities and developing an ongoing program to support their choices.

• Manage a small team of activity aides and support them in delivering a variety of activities to promote resident engagement and satisfaction
• Conduct resident assessments, develop care plans, and maintain documentation in resident records
• Develop monthly and ongoing schedules of activities that cater to residents' preferences and needs
• Assist residents in running the Resident Council and exercising their rights, including voting
• Complete training in dementia care and other relevant areas
• Attend resident care conferences and reassess changes in care plans as needed
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to ensure coordinated care and support

• A Qualified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (QTRS) or an activities professional with:
  • Eligibility for certification as a therapeutic recreational specialist
  • Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, with one year of full-time experience in an activities program
  • Completion of an approved State training course in activities

• Competitive salaried position
• Great team atmosphere
• Ability to enhance the lives of our residents
• Health insurance options for health, dental, and vision
• 401K plan
• Paid orientation

At Central Park Rehabilitation and Nursing Center, we pride ourselves on being a home away from home for our residents. Our team of caring professionals is dedicated to delivering a wide range of services focused on the emotional, physical, and spiritual health of our residents. Our goal is to create a warm and welcoming environment that supports the unique needs of each resident.