Activities Director

Communicare-Health-Services; Martinsburg (WV); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO

401(k) with employer match

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

Job summary

CommuniCare Family of Companies is seeking an Activities Director in Martinsburg, WV to lead the activities team and deliver resident-centered programs.

The ideal candidate will have a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation (or 90-hour course) and prior management experience, plus an active driver's license. This full-time role offers competitive wages, benefits, and PTO.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation (preferred) or 90-hour course for activity professionals.
• Prior management, supervisory, or leadership experience.
• Active driver's license with good driving record.
• Knowledge of activity practices and state LTC guidelines.
• Ability to plan, organize, and conduct diverse activities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate diversified resident-centered activities.
• Involve residents in planning, oversee participation, and advocate for residents' needs.
• Participate in resident, family, and department head meetings.
• Maintain records and reports related to activities.
• May participate in fundraising events.
• Promote relationships with the community through outings and volunteers.
• Identify need for and perform disciplinary action as required.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Organizational skills

Decision making

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

90-hour course for activity professionals

Job description

Job Address:209 Clover St Martinsburg, WV 25404Martinsburg Healthcare Center is currently seeking the right individual for the position of Activities Director to manage our activities team! If you are a highly energetic, creative thinker with strong leadership skills, we invite you to join our team and help bring enjoyment to the lives of our residents!Qualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field or have completed the 90 hour course for activities professionals and continuing education. Prior management experience is required. This position may require driving, so an active driver's license with a good driving record is required.Job duties may include:Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate all diversified resident-centered activities as neededInvolve residents in planning individualized activities programs, oversee residents' participation, and advocate for residents regarding their needs, preferences, interests, and rightsParticipate in meetings including resident council meetings, family council meetings, department head meetings, and other committee meetings as requiredMaintain records and reports related to activitiesMay participate in fundraising eventsPromote positive relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community through outings and activities provided by volunteersIdentify need for and perform disciplinary action as requiredWe have a great knowledgeable staff, and we are looking for someone that wants to be a part of an experienced, caring team. This is a full time, salaried position which will enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and PTO plans.Qualifications:Must be knowledgeable of activity practices, standards of practice, state practice acts and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.Prior management, supervisory, or leadership experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation (preferred) or related field or 90-hr. course for activity professionals and continuing education.Must have the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.Must be able to deal tactfully with team members, other staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.Must be able to plan, organize, and conduct a variety of activities.Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing activity practices.May be required to possess an active state driver's license.BenefitsAs a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.About UsSince 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has delivered exceptional, person‑centered post‑acute care. A national leader operating more than 105 skilled nursing and long‑term care facilities, CommuniCare serves nearly 13,000 residents with integrated services spanning the full continuum of care. Guided by our mission, Serve with Pride, we support communities across Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia.