Activities Director, Full-time

Providence Healthcare of Thomaston; Thomaston (GA); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

PROVIDENCE HEALTHCARE in Thomaston, GA is hiring a full-time Activities Director to plan and deliver programs that enhance residents' quality of life. The role emphasizes engagement, empathy, and safe activity execution within a long-term care setting.

The successful candidate will have at least 6 months of prior experience with seniors in long-term care, strong interpersonal skills and fluency in English. This is a full-time position offering a supportive team environment and meaningful

Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months experience working with residents in long-term care.
• Experience planning and directing activities for elderly residents.
• Strong verbal communication skills.
• Ability to promote activities and enlist staff support.
• Valid state driver’s license.
• Able to pass a background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan and provide activities that support residents' quality of life.
• Coordinate programs for residents, families and staff.
• Promote activities throughout the facility and encourage participation.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Customer service

English language proficiency

Experience with elderly

Activity planning

Team collaboration

Job description

PROVIDENCE HEALTHCARE has an opportunity for a full-time ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR to join our incredible team.

This position will assist in planning and providing activities that support and maintain the resident's quality of life, addressing the resident's social, physical, spiritual and mental health. Provides supportive activities in a comfortable environment to residents. The ideal candidates will have strong interpersonal skills, exceptional customer service, and a desire to serve Seniors. The successful candidate will have at least 6 months of prior experience in a similar occupation. Must have previous experience working with elderly patients. The ability to speak and read English is required.

Basic Qualifications

• Minimum of 6 months of experience working with residents in long-term care.
• At least minimal experience in planning and directing activities for elderly residents, and in planning and organizing special programs for residents, families and staff.
• Good verbal communication skills, including ability to give directions to others in a manner that is pleasant and easily understood.
• Ability to display enthusiasm and a positive attitude in promoting activities, and in enlisting the support of facility team members for activity programming.
• Must have a valid state driver's license
• Must be able to pass a background check

We offer a competitive compensation and benefits package.