Activity Director

Kenton-Nursing-; Kenton (OH); On-site; USD 40,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center is seeking an Activity Director to plan and direct a diversified program of activities that stimulate residents both mentally and physically, and foster a lively social atmosphere in a warm, family-oriented setting.

You will supervise staff, develop tailored activities for aged, ill, or disabled residents, and partner with community resources to enhance programs and resident life.

Qualifications

• Knowledge of diversified activities for elderly clients in residential care
• Must meet health assessment requirements, including Mantoux skin tests
• Able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing
• Must be at least 18 years old
• Capable of performing essential functions with or without accommodations
• Experience in health care setting preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct a program of diversified activities for residents, including arts and crafts, games, and social events
• Develop and implement activities that cater to the special needs of the aged, ill, and/or disabled
• Supervise and instruct staff on the functions and techniques of the Activity program
• Explore and utilize available community resources applicable to residential health care facility programs
• Meet health assessment requirements, including two-stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter
• Demonstrate good knowledge of activities program direction and supervision
• Possess knowledge of the organization and techniques of a diversified program of meaningful leisure time activities in a residential health care facility

Skills

Staff supervision

Program development

Staff instruction

English communication

Education

Licensed OT

Two years healthcare experience

Job description

Activity Director

Join our family-oriented team at Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center, where we pride ourselves on providing compassionate care to our residents. As an Activity Director, you will play a vital role in planning and directing a diverse program of activities that stimulate the minds and bodies of our residents.

Job Summary:

As an Activity Director at Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center, you will be responsible for planning and directing a program of diversified activities for our residents. Your goal will be to provide mental and physical stimulation, as well as create an invigorating social atmosphere for our residents. If you have a passion for senior care and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.

Responsibilities:

• Plan and direct a program of diversified activities for residents, including arts and crafts, games, and social events

• Develop and implement activities that cater to the special needs of the aged, ill, and/or disabled

• Supervise and instruct staff on the functions and techniques of the Activity program

• Explore and utilize available community resources applicable to residential health care facility programs

• Meet health assessment requirements, including two-stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter

• Demonstrate good knowledge of activities program direction and supervision

• Possess good knowledge of the organization and the techniques of a diversified program of meaningful, appropriate leisure time activities in a residential health care facility

Requirements:

• Possess good knowledge of the organization and the techniques of a diversified program of meaningful, appropriate leisure time activities in a residential health care facility

• Professional Qualifications: (a) Is a qualified occupational therapist, therapeutic specialist, occupational therapy assistant, and recreational generalist; or (b) Has a minimum of two years full-time or equivalent part-time paid work experience in a health care setting

• Demonstrates good knowledge of activities program direction and supervision

• Possesses knowledge of the special needs of the aged, ill, and/or disabled, as it relates to program development

• Is able to instruct and supervise others in the functions and techniques of the Activity program

• Must meet health assessment requirements, including two-stage Mantoux skin tests and one-step annually thereafter

• Must be capable of performing the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodations

• Must be able to communicate in English, both verbally and in writing

• Must be at least 18 years of age

Why Join Our Team:

At Kenton Nursing & Rehab Center, we pride ourselves on our family-oriented approach to care. Our team is dedicated to providing compassionate care to our residents, and we believe that our staff is the key to our success. If you are passionate about senior care and are looking for a challenging and rewarding role, we encourage you to apply.