Activity Director

Windsor House Inc.; Canfield (OH); On-site; USD 35,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking an enthusiastic Activity Director to enhance the quality of life for residents through engaging activities and social interaction. In this pivotal role, you will plan and execute a variety of group activities, including monthly celebrations, cooking, and gardening. You will also manage volunteers and oversee personnel matters within the department. This position requires a passion for working with individuals in a healthcare setting and the ability to adapt to flexible hours. Join a dedicated team committed to fostering a vibrant community for all residents.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and executing group activities and recreation.
• Ability to engage residents in cooking and gardening activities.

Responsibilities

• Encourage social communication through group activities.
• Manage personnel issues including hiring and scheduling.

Skills

Experience in activities

Flexible hours

Education

Activity Assistant Certified

Activity Director Certified

Activity Consultant Certified

2 years of experience in healthcare activities

Job description

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• Encourages social communication among residents through group activities and recreation.
• Plans monthly birthday parties, special holidays, provides games, and encourages residents to participate in planning, including making table decorations.
• Engages residents in cooking and gardening activities. Plans trips (shopping, scenic, etc.) and arranges transportation and supervision.
• Promotes participation in religious activities to meet spiritual needs through visits, attendance at religious services (various denominations), spiritual reading materials, and other requests from residents.
• Trains and schedules volunteers for various activities, tracks volunteer hours and visits.
• Under supervision of the administrator, manages personnel issues within the department, including hiring, firing, discipline, scheduling, and daily assignments.

Qualifications

• Preference for experience in activities.
• Preference for Activity Assistant Certified, Activity Director Certified, or Activity Consultant Certified.
• If not certified, must have at least two years of experience in activities within a healthcare setting in the past five years.
• Ability to work flexible hours.
• Minimum of 2 years of experience in long-term care activities program.