Activities Director-Long Term Care (Must be Certified)

Chestertonmanorhealthcare; Chesterton (IN); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is looking for a dedicated Activities Director to enhance the quality of life for residents in a skilled nursing home facility. This full-time role involves planning and implementing engaging activities that cater to the emotional, recreational, and social needs of residents. The ideal candidate will possess a certification in NCCAP and have experience in long-term care, ensuring a fulfilling environment for everyone. Join a compassionate team committed to making a difference in the lives of residents while enjoying a comprehensive benefits package and opportunities for professional development.

Benefits

Education Assistance

Medical and Prescription Drug

Dental and Vision Care

Telemedicine Program

Company-Paid Group Life Insurance

401(k) Savings Plan

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Commuter Benefits

Planned Time-Off

Qualifications

• Certified Activity Director with experience in Long Term Care preferred.
• Must be 18 years or older with NCCAP certification.

Responsibilities

• Plan and create monthly activity calendars for residents.
• Monitor residents' emotional and social needs through interviews.
• Coordinate resident council meetings monthly.

Skills

Activity Planning

Resident Engagement

Communication Skills

Education

Certification in NCCAP

Experience in Long Term Care

Job description

Chesterton Manoris seeking anActivities Directorfor our skilled nursing home facilityinChesterton, IN.

This is a Full-Time position

TheActivities Directorplans, organizes, implements, evaluates and directs the Activity Programs, to ensure that the emotional, recreational, and social needs of the residents are met and maintained on an individual basis.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and create monthly calendar, outlining activities for the month including- movies, parties, games, projects, crafts, resources, and field trips for residents
• Identify and monitor spiritual, social, recreational, and emotions needs of residents through routine interviews, visits, and consultations with residents and their families
• Encourage residents to develop physical and educational skill through participation in activities
• Ensure nursing supervisors assist residents with selection of activities in compliance with physicians’ orders.
• Responsible for resident shopping requests
• Assist in managing the smoking program
• Coordinate resident council meetings on a monthly basis
• Posting to PCC on resident activities

Education & Qualifications

• A certified Activity Director with experience in Long Term Care is preferred, or previous work experience under a Certified Activity Consultant is required
• Must be 18 years and older
• Have a certification in NCCAP

Benefits:

We strive to provide our employees with a comprehensive and affordable benefits package including:

*New* Now offering Education Assistance:

• Get up to $5,250 per year towards tuition* or
• Get up to $2,625 per year towards paying off a Non-Federal Nursing Student Loan!*

• Medical and Prescription Drug, Dental, Vision Care,
• Telemedicine Program,
• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance,
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability,
• 401(k) Savings Plan,
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP),
• Commuter Benefits,
• Planned Time-Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick).

Benefits, as well as bonus and variable compensation plans, are based on applicable state law and factors such as pay classification (full-time, part-time, or casual), job grade, location, and length of service.

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