Location:
Riderwood Village by Erickson Senior Living
We are hiring an
Activities Director to oversee the overall operation of the Continuing Care Program at our Riderwood Village community in Silver Spring, MD!
In this role you will:- Plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Continuing Care Program in accordance with Federal, State, and County regulations and established Erickson Living policies and procedures
- Provide and assure that an ongoing program of therapeutic and recreational activities stimulates the physical, intellectual, spiritual, creative, recreational, social, and emotional needs and well-being of the residents residing in Continuing Care while promoting or maintaining their highest level of independence and abilities
- Manager the Resident Volunteer Program
What we offer:- Compensation: $80,000 - $90,000 per year, plus eligibility for annual bonus
- A culture of diversity, inclusion, equity and belonging, which builds on our mission, vision and values
- Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
- PTO Plans, PLUS company, paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
- 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
- Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
- Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members
- Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones
- Growth Opportunities - grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!
How you will make an impact:- Provide an environment that promotes and supports an active, healthy, and independent lifestyle in accordance with the abilities of each individual resident
- Participate in the Interdisciplinary Team Care Planning process
- Provide oversight of delivery of customized, individualized resident services
- Create a monthly activity calendar to be displayed on each nursing unit and in each resident's room
- Design, implement, supervise, and/or lead group and individual therapeutic and recreational activities
- Interact directly with residents and family when able to gather information for assessments, MDS, and care plans
- Determine the need for activity supplies, identify vendors, generate supply lists, order supplies, label and distribute supplies where needed
- Ensure compliance with Federal, State and County requirements related to activity program documentation, including daily attendance, monthly calendars, progress note, MDS and Care Plans
- Participate in yearly budget planning process; identify payroll and department supply needs
- Educate staff and volunteers regarding resident's abilities and limitations, psychosocial needs and therapeutic interventions during in-service training and staff meeting
What you will need:- ADCP (Activity Director Certified Provisional) or ADC (Activity Director Certified) is required
- CPR Certification required
- ACC (Activity Consultant Certified), or CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) is preferred
- Qualified as an Activity Director of CTRS, in accordance with state regulations
- Minimum of 5 years' experience as an Activity/Recreation/Program Manager/Director in a geriatric setting OR 4 years as a Programming Assistant or 1 year as a Program Coordinator is required
- Exceptional customer service, problem solving, organization, time management, and leadership skills
- Skilled in cultivating a team-oriented culture that drives collaboration and collective success
Please note that specific state regulations and requirements may be applicable. These regulations take precedence over the requirements outlined in the job description.
Riderwood is a beautiful 120-acre continuing care retirement community in Silver Spring, Maryland. We're part of a growing national network of communities managed by Erickson Senior Living, one of the country's largest and most respected providers of senior living and health care. Riderwood helps people live better lives by fulfilling our promises of a vibrant lifestyle, financial stability, and focused health and well-being services for those who live and work with us. As part of our team, you'll enjoy flexibility and work-life balance to meet your personal and professional goals, and we are committed to providing you with opportunities to learn and grow.
