Activities Director

Brickyard Healthcare; Greenfield (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare provider as an Activities Director, where you will play a vital role in enhancing the lives of residents through engaging and tailored activity programs. This position involves assessing individual needs, developing recreation plans, and coordinating with interdisciplinary teams to ensure comprehensive care. With a focus on communication and organization, you will also manage volunteer programs and facilitate resident councils. This innovative firm offers excellent pay, health benefits, and opportunities for career advancement, making it an ideal place for passionate professionals looking to make a difference in the community.

Benefits

Excellent Health Benefits Packages

Education reimbursement program up to $7,500 per year

Flexible scheduling available

Pick up bonus

401(k) Retirement Plan

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Licensed or registered as Activities Director, Social Worker, or OT as required by state.
• Minimum two years' experience in social or recreational programs.

Responsibilities

• Interview and assess residents to develop individual recreation plans.
• Develop monthly recreation program calendars based on residents' needs.
• Manage facility Volunteer Program and maintain documentation.

Skills

Assessment Skills

Communication Skills

Organizational Skills

Recreational Program Development

Education

Licensed Activities Director

Social Worker License

Occupational Therapist License

Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Job description

We rely on our Activities Director to ensure the development, organization, and coordination of the center and community resources to provide comprehensive Activity Services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident.

Why Work For Us?

• Excellent pay with multiple incentives:
  • Pick up bonus
  • More available, ask us for details!
• Excellent Health Benefits Packages
• Career advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement program of up to $7,500 per year
• Flexible scheduling available

Benefits & Conditions:

• No waiting period for enrollment
• Three health plan options
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Disability, Critical Illness, Accident & Legal Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Interdisciplinary Care Plan meetings
• Update assessments and plans as needed and required by state or federal regulations
• Develop monthly recreation program calendars that reflect and meet the needs of facility residents
• Communicate facility programs to residents, staff, family and volunteers
• Manage facility Volunteer Program
• Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals
• In coordination with social services facilitate the residents in the organization and continued development of a Resident's Council
• Make job assignments and set priorities
• Serve as member of QAA committee

Qualifications:

• As required by the state, currently licensed or registered in the state of practice as Activities Director, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA)
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in social or recreational program within the last five (5) years
• Minimum one (1) year full-time experience in health care activities program
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred