Director Activities

Under the direction of the Administrator, plans, directs, and supervises the overall operation of the Activities Department. Works within the department and as a part of the Management Team to operationalize the patient care and service goals and objectives established by senior management. Abides and complies with NJ Department of Health and Senior Services state regulations and/or Joint Commission where applicable.

• Provides considerate, respectful care focused upon the residents' individual needs.
• Affirms the resident's right to make decisions regarding his/her medical care, including the decision to discontinue treatment, to the extent permitted bylaw.
• Demonstrates the ability to obtain information and interpret information in terms of the needs of the age of the residents cared for.
• Demonstrates an understanding of the range of care needed based on the age of the residents cared for.
• Demonstrates knowledge of growth, development and/or adult health throughout the life span as appropriate to the job performed.
• Successfully completes life-span education as appropriate.
• Coordinates with CentraState Volunteer Services overseeing the Volunteer program at the Manor ensuring training and evaluations.
• Ensures a program of activities is provided and available to all residents that fulfills basic psychological, physical, social and spiritual needs.
• Responsible for the creation of a monthly schedule of social activity with a daily program schedule provided as a reminder. This includes special programs managed in the department such as music and memory, Aromatherapy, Pet therapy and Snoezelen.
• Coordinates with Public Relations at CentraState for positive press coverage.
• Oversees the operation of the Hair Salon.
• Coordinates resident outdoor bus trips for social engagement.
• Assists with employee and community events to support staff morale and social engagement with residents and staff.
• Coordinates and facilitates Resident Council meetings as directed by the Resident Council President, including providing meeting minutes of themeetings.
• Ensures the residents right to vote is honored by providing absentee ballots, trips to the voting booth or address changes as requested by the resident.
• Handles patient / residents electronic documentation of assessments, care plans, progress notes and MDS as it relates to activities and socialinteraction.
• Ensures attendance at care conferences, QAPI meetings and various committee meetings as scheduled.
• Manages all technology within the department designed to improve and increase social interaction such as Tablets, IN2L, Touchtown TV programslides, and Virtual Senior Center participation.
• Accepts and manages all donations from CentraState Foundation, grants and community.
• Ensures staff management, scheduling and availability including interviewing, hiring and training.
• Creates, reviews and revises department policies and procedures as required but at least annually.
• Creates and adheres to the departments annual budget.

• High School Diploma Or Equivalent Required
• Bachelor's Preferred
• 2 years of related experience preferred
• 2 years of Supervisory Experience with Resident Activities in a Healthcare Setting required
• 2 years of Experience Working with Alzheimer Residents preferred
• Current certification from the NCCAP (National Certification Council for Activity Professionals) or the NCTR (National Council for Therapeutic Recreation, Inc)
• Internal candidates may be in progress and granted up to 1 year to obtain certification if they meet other job and regulatory requirements

CentraState Healthcare System, in partnership with Atlantic Health System, is a fully accredited, not-for-profit, community-based health system dedicated to providing comprehensive health services in central New Jersey. Beyond offering a wide range of advanced diagnostic and treatment options, CentraState is committed to being a valuable health partner, focusing on disease prevention, promoting healthy behaviors, and helping individuals of all ages live well.

Located in Freehold, CentraState includes a 284-bed acute-care hospital, a dynamic health and wellness campus, two award-winning senior living communities, a charitable foundation, and convenient satellite health pavilions. These pavilions offer primary care, specialty physician practices, and access to outpatient services such as lab work and physical therapy.

CentraState is proud to be among the less than two percent of hospitals nationwide to earn Magnet designation for nursing excellence five times. Additionally, it has been recognized as a Great Place to Work-Certified Company by Great Place to Work for four consecutive years.

Joining CentraState means becoming part of a pioneering healthcare facility committed to high-quality, patient-focused care. We invite you to make a difference in our community and advance your career with us. We support our employees with work/life balance initiatives, tuition assistance, career advancement opportunities, and more.

Discover why our employees love their jobs and being part of the CentraState family!

CentraState Health System offers a competitive and comprehensive Total Rewards package that supports the health, financial security, and well-being of all team members.

What We Offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision, Prescription Coverage (30 hours per week or above for full-time and part-time team members)
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Long-Term Disability (with options to supplement)
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with employer match
• 401(a) Retirement Plan with employer contribution
• PTO
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Well-Being Rewards
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Fertility Coverage, Healthy Pregnancy Program
• Flexible Spending & Commuter Accounts
• Pet, Home & Auto, Identity Theft and Legal Insurance
• Growth Opportunity and Workforce Development Initiatives
• Continuing Education / Onsite Training
• A warm, welcoming company culture based upon mutual respect and a collaborative goal of providing excellent patient care
• Concierge Services with Work & Family Benefits
• Magnet recognized healthcare facility

Compensation Range: $48,750 - $82,880 annually

The compensation above reflects the established range from CentraState Healthcare System (CSHS) for this position at the time the job was posted. CSHS considers many factors to determine compensation, including education, experience, skills, licenses, certification, and training. As such, team member compensation may fall outside this range.

Additionally, the compensation range reflects base salary and does not include extra shift rates or incentives tied to quality, productivity, etc., as applicable.

The benefits outlined also reflect CSHS policy at the time of posting. Benefits as are made available to other similarly situated team members of CSHS, although participation is at all times in accordance with and subject to the eligibility and other provisions of such plans and programs. CSHS may modify its benefits plans or programs at any time.

CSHS is proud to comply with all pay equity and pay transparency laws.