Activity Director resume example

• Designed wide variety of activities to stimulate interest, involvement and engagement of patients.

Worked with Nursing Staff to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.

• Planned resident outings and special events to mark holidays and celebrate special occasions.
• Drafted budgets for programs and ordered materials that were needed for certain activities.
• Arranged outings as part of recreational program, including visits to near by seasonal activities and out of state activities.
• Maintained running inventory of supplies and purchases to monitor budget expenditures.
• Stretched minimum annual budget of $.15 per resident per day to cover planned activities through creative use of resources.
• Performed clerical duties, including daily activity logs and State required assessments.
• Transported and escorted program participants to and from activities and on field trips.
• Kept track of allergies and dietary restrictions, verifying correct meals and snacks were given to residents.
• Networked with community organizations and leaders for volunteer opportunities and cooperative engagements.
• Created and delivered recreational programs for small and large groups of residents.
• Developed monthly life enrichment calendar and published electronically and in print.
• Worked with nursing team to identify and document changes in patient mental acuity and physical abilities.