Activity Director- Full Time

New Castle Nursing and Rehab; New Castle (KY); On-site; USD 28,000 - 32,000; Full time

Job summary

New Castle Nursing & Rehab in New Castle, KY is seeking a compassionate and creative Activity Director to lead our activities program and enhance residents' quality of life.

Responsibilities include planning daily activities, tailoring to resident interests, creating monthly calendars, organizing events, and collaborating with staff and families to foster a home-like environment. Pay is $20-$23 per hour; full-time schedule.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience with older adults preferred.
• Strong communication and organizational skills.
• Creative, dependable, and able to work independently.
• Comfortable working with residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.
• Passion for working with seniors.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and lead a variety of daily activities that meet residents’ physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual needs.
• Get to know residents individually and develop activities based on interests and personal histories.
• Create a monthly activity calendar with group and individual activities.
• Organize special events, parties, entertainment, outings, and celebrations for residents and families.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual choices and preferences.

Skills

Experience with seniors

Communication skills

Creativity

Organizational skills

Independent work

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activity Director New Castle Nursing & Rehab – New Castle, Kentucky

Pay: $20- $23
Schedule- Full Time

New Castle Nursing & Rehab is seeking a compassionate and Creative Activity Director to lead our activities program and help create meaningful, enjoyable experiences for our residents. We are looking for someone who understands that activities are a part of our residents’ quality of life, independence, socialization, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

Plan, coordinate, and lead a variety of daily activities that meet the physical, cognitive, social, emotional, and spiritual needs of our residents. Get to know residents individually and develop activities based on their interests, hobbies, abilities, and personal histories. Create a monthly activity calendar that includes a variety of group and individual activities. Organize special events, parties, entertainment, outings, and celebrations for residents and families. Encourage resident participation while respecting individual choices and preferences. Build positive relationships with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community members. Incorporate meaningful one-on-one visits and activities for residents who may not participate in group programs. Work closely with nursing and other departments to ensure activities are appropriate for each resident’s needs. Bring creativity and new ideas to the facility while creating an environment where residents feel valued, included, and at home.

Qualifications

High school diploma or equivalent required. Previous experience working with older adults, preferably in a long-term care or healthcare setting, is preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills. Creative, dependable, and able to work independently. Comfortable working with residents with a variety of physical and cognitive abilities. Most importantly, a genuine passion for working with seniors and making a difference in their everyday lives.

What We’re Looking For

The ideal candidate is someone who can walk into a room and make people smile. We want someone who enjoys getting to know residents, listening to their stories, celebrating their accomplishments, and helping them continue to experience new things at every stage of life. We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status. PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.