Activities Director

The Gardens at Easton; Easton (Northampton County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 70,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for an Activities Director to enhance the lives of residents in a skilled nursing home facility. This full-time role involves planning and implementing engaging activities that cater to the emotional, recreational, and social needs of residents. You will work closely with nursing staff and families to ensure a supportive environment. This is a fantastic opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of others while enjoying a collaborative and rewarding workplace. If you are passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors, this position is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive Salaries

Generous Paid Days Off

Qualifications

• Experience in Long Term Care preferred.
• Must be 18+ to apply.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule activities for residents at least one month in advance.
• Identify and monitor needs of residents through routine interviews.
• Encourage residents to develop skills through participation in activities.

Skills

Activity Planning

Resident Engagement

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Education

Certified Activity Director

NCCAP Certification

Job description

The Gardens at Easton is seeking an Activities Director for our skilled nursing home facility in Easton, PA.

You will plan, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the Activity Programs as directed by the Administrator to ensure that the emotional, recreational, and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.

This is a full-time position.

Responsibilities

• Plan and schedule movies, parties, games, projects, crafts, resources, and field trips for residents at least one month in advance.
• Identify and monitor spiritual, social, recreational, and emotional needs of residents through routine interviews, visits, and consultations with residents and their families.
• Encourage residents to develop physical and educational skills through participation in activities.
• Ensure nursing supervisors assist residents with selection of activities in compliance with physicians' orders.
• Responsible for resident shopping requests.
• Assist in managing the smoking program.
• Manage residence mail.
• Coordinate resident council meetings on a monthly basis.
• Post updates to PCC on resident activities.

Education & Qualifications

• Certified Activity Director with experience in Long Term Care preferred, or previous work experience under a Certified Activity Consultant is desirable.
• Certification in NCCAP.
• Must be 18+ to apply.

Benefits

• Competitive Salaries
• Generous Paid Days Off (