Job Description

Job Posting: Activities Director

Reports to: Program Director & Executive Director.

Pay: 50k - 55k.

Summary:

Want to make a difference? Join Team Serenity! We’re all about giving top-tier Residential Supported Living experiences to our residents, many of whom have unique medical and behavioral journeys. We believe in growing together, so expect plenty of chances to learn and level up in your career! The Activities Director is pivotal in engaging residents in enrichment and activities, as well support with complex behaviors.

Key Responsibilities:

Integration of Support Services:

• Develop person-centered activity plans with activity goals individualized for each resident. 
• Perform person-centered evaluations, and coordinate with behavior support team to ensure activity plans and behavior support plans are in line with each other.
• Identify enriching activities, including atypical activities that support each individual resident.

Activity Coordination:

• Coordinate with behavior support team to create activity plans for each resident.
• Review the plans each month to ensure they are up to date.
• Provide training and materials to staff to ensure they are able to engage residents in activities when activities staff are not present.
• Keep track of resident goals and participation to see how the activity plans are progressing.
• Oversee the execution of all activities and planning the monthly calendar.
• Build rapport and trust with residents to provide individualized support.
• Running support groups.

Team Collaboration:

• Participate actively in service planning teams, ensuring cohesion with care conferences and interdisciplinary team meetings.
• Engage in weekly IDG meetings and perform other duties as required.

Job Scope:

You will work under the direct guidance of the Executive Director and Program Director, adhering to predefined procedures and guidelines. We are a RCF contract facility with complex behavioral medical needs. We have 25 beds!

• Prior experience in a residential program catering to individuals with complex medical and behavioral challenges.
• Prior experience working with an activity team.
• Team player with strong communication skills (both verbal and written in English).
• Problem-solving expertise and the ability to creatively come up with solutions.
• Able to use Google Drive, email, calendar, and other Google services.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations, including OARs.
• Ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• A friendly approach with a knack for connecting with people.
• Experience (or a keen interest) in working with individuals with adverse backgrounds and behavioral challenges.
• A cool head in crisis and a can-do attitude
• A creative approach to activities and engaging adults with disabilities in a variety of enrichment activities.
• Teachability!

Preferred Educational and Experience:

• Experience with activities, writing activity plans, creating activity lessons, and running them.
• Preferred background or education in psychology, recreation, or related fields. 

Job Conditions:

• Working hours : 40 hours per week.
• Growth : Not only will you get hands-on experience, but we also offer training programs, workshops, and chances for you to climb up the career ladder.
• Learning : Keep your knowledge fresh with continuous education sessions.
• Lastly, our trust! But first, a tiny detail: a DHS Background Check is required.

We’re excited to meet you, learn from you, and grow with you!

Serenity is an equal-opportunity employer and values diversity, inclusion, and equity. We encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply.

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