Activities Director

Hamilton Nursing; Detroit, Northern (MI, KY); Hybrid; USD 33,000 - 44,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Telemedicine

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability

401(k) Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Commuter Benefits

Paid Time Off

DailyPay

Education Assistance

Job summary

Hamilton Nursing and Rehab in Detroit, MI is seeking an Activities Director for a full-time day-shift role. The position offers a $28.00 per hour pay rate and opportunities to lead engaging activity programs for residents.

The ideal candidate will hold ADC certification or have at least five years of experience directing activities in long-term care, with strong communication and leadership skills, and the ability to engage residents across cognitive and physical abilities.

Qualifications

• ADC certification OR 5+ years of long-term care activity direction experience
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Able to engage residents with varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement activity programs at least one month in advance
• Assess and monitor residents' spiritual, social, recreational, and emotional needs
• Encourage resident participation to promote well-being
• Coordinate with nursing supervisors to align with physicians’ orders
• Coordinate resident council meetings monthly
• Assist with resident shopping requests and oversee smoking program
• Maintain documentation of activities in PCC
• Develop and maintain activity calendars and schedules
• Ensure compliance with applicable regulations

Skills

Communication skills

Organizational skills

Leadership

Resident engagement

Interpersonal skills

ADC Certification

NCCAP Certification

Long-term care experience

Job description

Activities Director – Full-Time

Hamilton Nursing and Rehab – Detroit, MI

Schedule: Monday – Friday | Day Shift
Pay Rate: $28.00 per hour

Must be certified with 3-5 years of experience.

Hamilton Nursing and Rehab is seeking a dedicated Activities Director to lead engaging and meaningful activity programs for our residents. This role is essential in enhancing the emotional, recreational, and social well-being of those in our care.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and implement activity programs, including movies, parties, games, crafts, and outings, at least one month in advance
• Assess and monitor residents' spiritual, social, recreational, and emotional needs through interviews, visits, and family consultations
• Encourage residents to participate in activities that promote physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being
• Collaborate with nursing supervisors to ensure activity participation aligns with physicians’ orders
• Coordinate resident council meetings on a monthly basis
• Assist with resident shopping requests and oversee the smoking program
• Maintain accurate documentation of resident activities in PCC
• Develop and maintain activity calendars and special event schedules
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and facility regulations related to resident activities

Qualifications

• Activity Director Certified (ADC) through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP) OR a minimum of five (5) years of experience directing activities in a long-term care setting
• Long-term care experience preferred
• Strong communication, organizational, and leadership skills
• Ability to engage residents with varying levels of physical and cognitive abilities
• Must be 18 years of age or older

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package, including:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Telemedicine Program
• Company-Paid Life Insurance
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability
• 401(k) Savings Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Commuter Benefits
• Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave)
• DailyPay – Access your earnings as they accrue, with the option for daily withdrawal

Education Assistance Program

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition*
• Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are subject to applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Join our team and make a difference in the lives of our residents.