Student Activities Director jobs in Pasadena, TX

Position Summary

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Selects, trains, and develops an effective and efficient staff

• Establishes and communicates performance standards and objectives; conducts performance appraisals; addresses complaints and resolves problems

• Provides mental and physical stimulation and creates an invigorating social atmosphere for the residents

• Oversees other activity personnel in implementing activity programs and services. Assists in training, teaching, and directing of volunteers and students

• Provides a schedule of planned activity programs and posts calendars easily visible and accessible locations

• Provide the Executive Director with monthly statistical report of the number of planned activities and participants in in-service programs, as appropriate.

• Maintains a system of records including information on residents, progress notes, attendance, discharge summaries, Resident council meeting minutes, activity assessments, and plans for each resident

• Attend Care plan conferences and identify problems and develop goals and approaches for inclusion on the Care plan

• Interview new residents upon admission

• Decorate facility with seasonal décor including holiday decorations

• Requisitions equipment and supplies to conduct activity programs. Conducts inventory audits and prepares yearly budget for activities

• Maintains resident confidentiality. Complies with all company, state, and OSHA standards

• Performs other related duties as required or requested

Minimum Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

• Highschool diploma or equivalent

• 2 years of experience in a patient activities program in a health care setting

• Must be a state licensed or certified Activities professional

• Must be able to instruct and supervise others in the functions and techniques of the activity program

• Must be able to communicate verbally and in writing in English

Physical Demands and Work Environment