ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - THE KEMPTON

Liberty Health; Kirkland (NC); On-site; USD 36,000 - 52,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Senior Living is seeking an experienced Activity Director to plan and lead individualized and group activities for residents, promoting engagement and well-being on a rotating schedule.

You will assess resident needs, coordinate educational and recreational programs, manage event postings, supervise volunteers, and ensure documentation meets facility policies. The role requires teamwork, strong computer skills, and a valid NC driver's license.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; recreational therapy degree preferred.
• Eligible for NC license as occupational or recreation therapist, or NC certification as recreation therapist, or equivalent activities program management coursework.
• Previous Activity Director and/or Long Term Care experience preferred; strong teamwork and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plans, promotes, and leads individual and group activities based on residents' needs and interests.
• Informs new patients and families about the Activity Program and unit.
• Completes an Activities Assessment per policies and procedures.
• Conducts indoor and outdoor recreational activities, including educational and expressive activities.
• Supervises scheduling and posting of all events to encourage participation and enthusiasm.
• Supervises Volunteer Program and training/placement of volunteers.

Skills

Multitask

Computer skills

Documentation experience

Teamwork

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in Recreational Therapy

NC Driver’s License / Licensure eligibility

Job description

Full Time , Day, Rotating , 8:30 - 3:00, Tues - Sat

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

• 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.liberseniorliving.com for more information.
Background checks/drug-free workplace.
EOE.