CCDI Unit Coordinator

Care Initiatives; Cedar Rapids (IA); On-site; USD 21,000 - 30,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wage

Medical, dental, vision insurance

401(k) and PTO

Referral bonuses

Tuition reimbursement

Digital wallet access

Job summary

Heritage Specialty Care in Cedar Rapids, IA is seeking a CCDI Unit Coordinator to support the activity director and implement engaging programs for residents.

You will maintain activity resources, assist with documentation, and collaborate with residents, families, and the health care team to promote meaningful daily routines in a 171-bed setting.

Qualifications

• State-approved Activities Director Course or Bachelor's Degree in Therapeutic Recreation.
• Working knowledge of federal and state regulations governing long-term care.
• Strong commitment to empathy, respect, patience and discretion.

Responsibilities

• Assist the activity director in implementing an activity program to meet each resident’s needs.
• Maintain the resources needed for each resident’s activity needs.
• Assist the activity director with required record keeping.
• Interact and communicate with residents, families, as well as the healthcare team.
• Encourage and facilitate resident recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance health and daily routines.

Skills

Interpersonal communication

Empathy and discretion

Follow written and oral instructions

Resident engagement

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation

State-approved Activities Director Course

Job description

Heritage Specialty Care, a 171-bed long-term care skilled nursing community located in Cedar Rapids, IA, is now hiring!

CCDI Unit Coordinator

Schedule/Shifts Available: Full-Time-Days

Make a Difference Every Day – Join Care Initiatives as a vital part of our activities team!

Join our compassionate care team across more than 40 skilled nursing communities throughout Iowa. If you're a dedicated and empathetic caregiver looking to make a meaningful impact on the lives of others during their healthcare journey, this is your opportunity to shine.

What You’ll Do & Key Responsibilities

• Assist the activity director in implementing an activity program to meet each resident’s needs.
• Maintain the resources needed for each resident’s activity needs.
• Assist the activity director with required record keeping.
• Interact and communicate with residents, families, as well as the healthcare team.
• Encourage and facilitate resident recreational and therapeutic activities to enhance health and daily routines.

Qualifications

• Completion of state-approved Activities Director Course or Bachelors' Degree in Therapeutic Recreation. – Preferred
• Working knowledge of federal and state regulations governing long-term care.
• A strong commitment to helping others and consistently treating them with empathy, respect, patience, and discretion.
• Demonstrated effective interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to follow written and oral instructions.
• An interest in making everyday FUN and fulfilling for our residents!

Why Join Care Initiatives?

• Competitive Compensation: Earn a highly competitive wage.
• Comprehensive Benefits: Eligible employees enjoy robust benefit options including medical, dental, vision, 401(k), PTO, and more.
• Referral Bonus Program: Earn cash rewards for referring your friends.
• Tuition Reimbursement: Develop your skills with company paid training and education to take your career to the next level.
• Digital Wallet Access: Get paid as you earn—no more waiting for payday!

Committed to attracting and retaining a diverse staff, Care Initiatives will honor your experiences, perspectives, and unique identity. Together, our community strives to create and maintain working and learning environments that are inclusive, equitable, and welcoming.

Care Initiatives is an affirmative action and equal opportunity employer. Care Initiatives complies with applicable federal civil rights laws and does not discriminate based on race, color, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status, parental status, genetic information, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by law.