ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - THE COMMONS AT BRIGHTMORE

Liberty Health; Wilmington (NC); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Senior Living is seeking an experienced Activity Director to plan, promote, and lead activities that meet residents' needs and interests.

You will inform families about the Activity Program, complete assessments, supervise events and volunteers, and maintain documentation while encouraging participation and well-being across the community.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer a degree in Recreational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Eligible for NC license as OT/OTA or NC RT/RT certification, or a 36-hour activity management course, or regular consults from a qualified therapist.
• Previous Activities Director or Long Term Care experience preferred.
• Willing to work and cooperate with others.
• Strong computer skills and ability to multitask with residents and staff.
• Experience documenting with MDS, progress notes, participation records, etc.
• Valid NC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Plans, promotes, and leads activities based on residents' needs and interests.
• Informs new patients and families about the Activity Program of the Facility and unit.
• Completes an Activities Assessment on each designated resident according to policies.
• Conducts indoor and outdoor recreational activities and educational programs.
• Supervises scheduling, posting of events, and volunteer program training and placement.

Skills

Computer skills

Multitasking

Documentation

Team collaboration

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Recreational Therapy degree

NC license/certification eligibility

Job description

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

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer a degree in Recreational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Eligible for a N.C. license as an occupational therapist or assistant therapist, or eligible for N.C. Certification as a recreation therapist or assistant therapist, or someone who has completed an approved 36-hour or longer course in activities program management, or an individual receiving at least four hours consultation per month from a qualified occupational therapist or recreational therapist.
• Previous Activities Director, and/or Long Term Care experience preferred.
• Willing to work and cooperate well with other employees.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to multitask alongside residents and staff.
• Experience in documentation with MDS, progress notes, participation records, etc.
• Ability to work well under pressure and use supplies economically.
• Valid NC Driver's License.

Visit www.libertyseniorliving.com for more information.

Background checks/drug-free workplace.

EOE.