Activities Director

Cadia Healthcare; Wilmington, Northern (DE, KY); Hybrid; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401k with company match

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Cadia Healthcare in Wilmington, DE seeks an Activity Director to plan and direct activity programs promoting the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of residents. The role includes planning calendars, developing care plans, and supervising Activity Aides, with a focus on meaningful engagement for each resident.

Qualified candidates should have at least two years of college and state licensure or eligibility as a recreation professional; experience in therapeutic recreation is

Qualifications

• Minimum of 2 years of college preferred.
• Licensed by the state as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or Activities Professional; eligible for certification as recreation specialist or activity professional; art, music or dance therapist.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate and direct the activity programs for the facility.
• Assist in development and coordination of department policies and procedures.
• Participate in community planning related to residents' interests and assessments.
• Direct, supervise Activity Aides and other department personnel.
• Develop a written plan of care for each resident and prepare a monthly calendar of activities.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation

Activity programming

Education

Two years of college

Job description

# Activities DirectorWilmington, DE 19808## Description**Cadia Healthcare** is a leading provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation in your area. Compassion and appreciation are at the heart of who we are. We are currently seeking an **Activity Director** to join our team!**Cadia** rewards it’s employees for their hard work and dedication to providing the best care possible, with a wide-range of benefits and perks to show we care.**BENEFITS AND PERKS WE OFFER:****Benefits*** Competitive Salary* Affordable Medical, Dental, and Vision Benefits for You & Your Family* 401k Retirement With Company Match* Company Paid Life Insurance* Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) & Health Reimbursement Accounts (HRA)* Paid Time Off - Vacation, Personal, Sick Days & Paid Holidays* Short-term Disability and Maternity Leave Options, Personal and Family Medical Leave* Company provided Life and Long Term Disability Coverage* Referral Bonuses and More!**Employee Perks Program*** Tickets At Work for Discounted Entertainment Tickets!* Free and Discounted Employee Meals* Tuition Reimbursement* In Facility Training/Inservice Programs* Employee Assistance Program* Free Will/Estate Preparation Services* Optional Legal & Identity Protection Services* Verizon Wireless Discount* Costco Membership Discount (DE only)* Annual $35 Non-Slip Shoe Replacement (DE only)**Position Description**The **Activity Director** will plan, organize, develop & direct the operation of the activity department designed to meet the interests and physical, mental & psychosocial well-being of each resident. Cadia is dedicated to providing the best care possible and that’s where you come in!**Duties and Responsibilities*** Plan develop, organize, implement, evaluate & direct the activity programs of the facility. Assist in development, administration and coordination of department policies & procedures.* Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of resident assessments.* Perform administrative requirements, such as completing necessary forms, reports, etc. and submitting such to the administrator as required.* Direct, manage and supervise Activity Aides and/or other department personnel. Delegate authority, responsibility and accountability to other responsible department personnel.* Develop a written plan of care (preliminary & comprehensive) for each resident that identifies the problems/needs of the resident and the goals to be accomplished.* Prepare a monthly calendar of activities written in large print & posted prominently for visitors & in resident rooms.## Qualifications* Minimum of 2 years of college preferred.* Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional licensed by the state & eligible for certification as a recreation specialist or an activity professional; art, music or dance therapist.