ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - THE PAVILION HEALTH CENTER

Liberty Healthcare Management; Charlotte (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services in North Carolina is seeking an experienced Activity Director to lead individual and group activities for residents, inform families about the program, and complete assessments.

The role requires a high school diploma, preferably a Recreational Therapy degree, NC licensing/certification eligibility, and strong multitasking, documentation, and computer skills. Long-term care experience is preferred, and a valid NC driver's license is required.

Qualifications

• Must have a high school diploma or equivalent.

Responsibilities

• Plans, promotes, and leads individual and group activities based on needs and interests of 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 to encourage participation and enthusiasm among residents.
• Supervises Volunteer Program, responsible for training and placing volunteers.

Skills

Multitasking

Documentation

Resident communication

Team collaboration

Computer skills

Education

High school diploma

Recreational Therapy degree (preferred)

NC license as OT/OT assistant (or recreation therapist certification)

36+ hour activities program management course

Job description

Liberty Cares
With Compassion

AtLiberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services,we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment.

We are 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.libertyhealthcareandrehab.com for more information.
Background checks/drug-free workplace.
EOE.