Activity Director

Magnolia Health Systems; Columbus (IN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supplemental insurance

Life insurance

Paid vacation

Attendance bonuses

Weekend bonuses

Holiday pay

Tuition assistance

Student loan repayment

Career advancement

Job summary

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation in Columbus, IN is seeking a compassionate Activity Director to join our skilled nursing team. You will assess residents, plan and coordinate engaging activity programs, and collaborate with staff to meet residents’ needs.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or equivalent, a valid Indiana driver’s license, and completed an approved Activity Program Training Course (or qualifies as a TRS/OT/OTA).

Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent.
• Valid Indiana driver's license.
• Completed State-approved Activity Program Training Course or equivalent (e.g., TRS, OT/OTA).

Responsibilities

• Assess residents on an individual basis and formulate care plans.
• Develop an activity program appropriate to residents' backgrounds and needs.
• Develop work assignments for activities personnel.
• Advise Administrator on staffing needs and supplies/equipment for activities.

Skills

English communication

Calm under stress

People skills

Reading & writing

Driver's license

Education

High School diploma or equivalent

Job description

Job Description:

Activity Director are valuable members of our health care team who plans, directs, and coordinates appropriate resident activity programs, using the philosophy, objectives, and policies of the facility.

About us:

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is a skilled nursing facility located in Columbus, Indiana. Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is seeking a compassionate Activity Director to become a part of our team where our primary goal is to provide exceptional care for our residents.

About the Role:

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is seeking an Activity Director-

Responsibilities:

• To assess the residents of the facility on an individual basis and formulate plans of care accordingly.
• To develop an activity program which is appropriate to the residents in the facility, based on their varied backgrounds, problems, needs, and enjoyments.
• To develop work assignments for all activities personnel.
• To advise Administrator as to the number and qualifications of activities personnel required to meet the residents’ needs and the type and number of supplies and equipment required to fulfill the objectives of the activities program.

About you:

The ideal candidate would have the following skills and experience:

• High School Graduate or its equivalent
• Must possess a valid Indiana driver’s license.
• Has completed a State approved Activity Program Training Course; or is a Qualified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist; or is a Qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant.
• Ability to read and write in English, ability to communicate with residents, families, personnel and support agencies and ability to remain calm under stress.
• Must be capable of extended periods of standing and bending.

Benefits:

• Health Insurance through United Healthcare
• Dental Insurance through HRI Dental
• Vision Insurance through EyeMed
• Supplemental Insurance:
  • Critical Illness
  • Accident
  • Disability Coverage
  • Hospital Indemnity
• Life Insurance through Cincinnati Life:
  • Builds cash value
  • Employee-owned policy
  • Family coverage, including grandchildren
• Paid Vacation
• Attendance Bonuses
• Weekend Bonuses
• Holiday Pay – starts immediately with no waiting period
• Tuition Assistance Programs
• Student Loan Repayment Program
• Career Advancement Opportunities

Willow Crossing Health and Rehabilitation is an equal opportunity employer and gives employment and promotional consideration without regard to race, color, sex, religion, age, national origin, marital or veteran status, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, or any other protected class as defined by local, state, or federal law.