Student Activities Director directs and oversees the development and organization of the university/college's extra-curricular programs including special events. Sets up social events and has a participatory role in the Greek system, the student government, and student run clubs. Being a Student Activities Director approves funding for various student activities. Requires a bachelor's degree. Additionally, Student Activities Director typically reports to a head of a unit/department. The Student Activities Director manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. True first level manager. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets. Has full authority for personnel actions. Extensive knowledge of department processes. To be a Student Activities Director typically requires 5 years experience in the related area as an individual contributor. 1 to 3 years supervisory experience may be required. (Copyright 2024 Salary.com)
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Must be able to safely and successfully perform the job-related functions required by federal, state, or local law. This includes meeting productivity standards for the position and adherence to all personnel policies and procedures.
SUMMARY
Activity Director provides an ongoing program of activities designed to meet with assessments of resident abilities, and limitations, and preferences related to activities. The Activity Director will also assist in planning for and providing group and individual activities for the residents. Duties involve personal contact with a varying resident population and a varied work schedule that may include some weekends, evenings, and holidays. Tasks also involve progress documentation for MDS, other record keeping, attention to the environment, use of supplies and equipment, and maintenance of storage areas.
GENERAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Provide a plan of activities appropriate to the needs of the residents that includes, but is not limited to:
Obtain necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage.
Contribute to facility efforts to maintain and or improve quality of care through participation in the following:
BASIC KNOWLEDGE AND EDUCATION
Minimum educational requirements include a high school diploma or its equivalent and satisfactory completion of a training course for activity directors approved by the DHHS. May also be qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or and activities professional certified by the accrediting body or qualified occupational therapist. Budgeting experience,
LICENSURE
Certification or licensure activity directors by DHHS and or Therapeutic recreations specialist or activities professional certification.
Equipment Used
Hours
Work hours may change due to activities needs