Activity Director

NEWCare; Crivitz (WI); On-site; USD 20,000 - 29,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Life and AD&D Insurance

401(k) with a matching percent

Employee Assistance Program

Childcare Assistance

Aflac

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

NEWCare, Inc. in Crivitz, WI is seeking a full-time Activity Director to oversee daily activities for residents in our skilled nursing facility.

You will design and schedule a calendar of activities, including bingo, crafts, religious services, and book clubs, to foster socialization and daily living skills. Responsibilities include planning and implementing activities, integrating residents' interests, supervising volunteers, and coordinating with families.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• State licensure/registration as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or activity professional is preferred.
• Two years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years.
• Certification training is highly advantageous.
• Experience as an Activity Director for a similar group is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement individual and group activities.
• Incorporate residents’ interests into activities and discussions.
• Provide opportunities for choices and self-expression.
• Supervise Activity Aide and Volunteers.
• Coordinate special events with families and the community.

Skills

Program planning

Supervision

Communication

Empathy

Computer literacy

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

State licensure/registration as Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or activity professional

Two years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years

Job description

We are seeking applications for a full-time, energetic, experienced Activity Director for our skilled nursing facility. If you enjoy spending time with the elderly and engaging them in purposeful activities, then this is a position for you. Oversees the day-to-day activities of nursing home residents by planning, implementing, and evaluating ongoing activities. Designs programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. The Activity Director will design and schedule a calendar of activities (for example bingo, religious services, book club, arts, and crafts), encouraging both independence and interaction in the community. Besides managing the activities, the Activity Director will assist with managing the volunteer program and will be responsible for overseeing volunteers who assist with the activities’ creation and implementation. Applicants with previous experience in long-term care such as Certified Nurse Aides and Direct Support Professionals who are enthusiastic about interacting with the elderly will also be considered.

Stating wage is $18.00/hour but is negotiable based on experience.

Full-time Benefits:

• Competitive Pay
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life and AD&D Insurance
• 401(k) with a matching percent
• Employee Assistance Program
• Childcare Assistance
• Aflac
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Scheduling

Responsibilities:

• Planning and implementation of individual and group activities.
• Performs activities portion of residents' care plans.
• Incorporates residents’ interests into activities and discussion.
• Gives residents opportunities for choices and self-expression.
• Makes contact with each resident on his/her unit.
• Identifies and provides adaptive devices for those with sensory deficits (i.e., large-print books, recorders).
• Promotes self-esteem and social interaction with residents.
• Provides activities for those with special needs (i.e., depressed terminally ill, bedridden).
• Encourages participation and involvement of all residents.
• Special event planning to include family, teammate and community members.
• Supervision of Activity Aide and Volunteers.

Qualifications:

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Licensed or registered by the State in which practicing, or eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body or has two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the last five (5) years.
• Appropriate training and/or certification is highly advantageous.
• Demonstratedexperience as an Activity Director for a similar group is preferred.
• Computer literate.
• Top-notch program event planning, and supervision skills.
• Upbeat, communicative, and empatheticdisposition.
• Committed to fostering well-being and fun.
• Willing to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays
• Demonstrated common sense, judgment, communication skills, and the ability to maintainconfidentiality.

NEWCare, Inc. has been providing a variety of supportive living services to residents of Crivitz and the surrounding communities since 1965. For the long-term resident, our goal is to provide a home away from home experience. For our short-term rehabilitation patient, or goal is to restore and return them to their own home. When an individual can't be alone in their own home, we are the next best thing. Again...come joinour team!

NEW Care, Inc. is an equal opportunity employer and prohibits discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.