ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - CARROLLTON COURTHOUSE

Liberty Health; New Orleans (LA); On-site; USD 40,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Senior Living is seeking an experienced Activity Director to plan and lead activities for residents, inform families about the program, and assess resident needs. The role includes supervising events and the volunteer program, with emphasis on engagement and safety.

The ideal candidate is a high school graduate eligible for state recreation therapy certification, able to work with staff, and capable of problem-solving under pressure. A valid driver’s license is required.

Qualifications

• High school graduate with eligibility for state recreation therapist certification or approved activities program management course.
• Must be willing to cooperate with staff and work well with others.
• Able to problem-solve and work under pressure.
• Willing to perform various job duties and care for equipment.
• Read, follow policies and maintain neat appearance and dress.
• Must have a valid state driver’s license.

Responsibilities

• Plans, promotes and leads individual and group activities based on residents' needs and interests.
• Informs new patients and families about the Activity Program.
• Completes Activities Assessments per documentation policies.
• Conducts indoor and outdoor recreational activities, educational and expressive programs, and exercises.
• Supervises scheduling and posting of events to encourage participation.
• Supervises Volunteer Program and trainers for volunteers.

Skills

Problem solving

Team cooperation

Work under pressure

Resident-focused care

Education

High school diploma

State recreation therapy certification/course

Job description

With Compassion

Liberty Senior Living Is Currently Seeking An Experienced

ACTIVITY DIRECTOR

• Plans, promotes, and leads individual and group activities based on needs and interests of the residents.
• Informs new patients and families about the Activity Program of the Facility and unit.
• Completes an Activities Assessment on each designated resident according to documentation policies and procedures.
• Conducts recreational activities, both indoor and outdoor.
• Conducts educational, creative, expressive activities and exercise.
• Supervises scheduling and posting of all events and programs in a manner to encourage participation and enthusiasm among residents.
• Supervises Volunteer Program, responsible for all aspects of training and placing volunteers.

Liberty Cares

With Compassion

Liberty Senior Living Is Currently Seeking An Experienced

ACTIVITY DIRECTOR

Job Description

• Plans, promotes, and leads individual and group activities based on needs and interests of the residents.
• Informs new patients and families about the Activity Program of the Facility and unit.
• Completes an Activities Assessment on each designated resident according to documentation policies and procedures.
• Conducts recreational activities, both indoor and outdoor.
• Conducts educational, creative, expressive activities and exercise.
• Supervises scheduling and posting of all events and programs in a manner to encourage participation and enthusiasm among residents.
• Supervises Volunteer Program, responsible for all aspects of training and placing volunteers.

Job Requirements

• Must be a high school graduate. Must be an individual eligible for the state Certification as a recreation therapist or assistant therapist or someone who has completed a State approved course in activities program management where required.
• Must be willing to work and cooperate well with other employees.
• Must be able to problem-solve.
• Must be able to work well under pressure.
• Must be willing to perform various jobs.
• Must care for equipment used.
• Must use supplies economically. Will have prior authorization from Department Director before making purchases.
• Demonstrates neat appearance and good personal hygiene.
• Wears appropriate attire in keeping with Community dress code.
• Must read, know and follow personnel, department and Community policy.
• Runs errands as necessary.
• Must on occasion assist with transporting resident to doctor appointments. (This could be driving van or riding with and staying with resident).
• Must have a valid state Driver’s License.

Visit www.libertyseniorliving.com for more information.

Background checks/drug-free workplace.

EOE.