Certified Activities Director

CommuniCare Health; Akron (OH); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive wages

PTO plans

Medical, dental, and vision coverage

401(k) with employer match

Flexible Spending Accounts

Job summary

A large health service provider in Akron, OH is seeking an Activities Director to manage its activities team. The ideal candidate will have strong leadership skills and prior healthcare experience. Responsibilities include planning and evaluating resident-centered activities, overseeing participation, and maintaining related records. Competitive wages and benefits are offered. Candidates should possess a bachelor's degree in a related field and have knowledge of long-term care regulations.

Qualifications

• Must have knowledge of standards of practice and regulations for long-term care.
• Prior management experience in a healthcare environment is preferred.
• Must be willing to seek out new methods and incorporate them into practices.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, and evaluate resident-centered activities.
• Oversee resident participation and advocate for their needs.
• Maintain records related to activities and promote community relationships.

Skills

Knowledge of activity practices

Leadership skills

Independent decision making

Ability to organize activities

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation or related field

Job description

Certified Activities Director page is loaded## Certified Activities Directorlocations: Wyant Woods Healthcare Centertime type: Full timeposted on: Posted Todayjob requisition id: R-0000098458**Job Address:**200 Wyant RoadAkron, OH 44313****Wyant Woods Healthcare Center**** is currently seeking the right individual for the position of ****Activities Director****to manage our activities team! **I****f you are a highly energetic, creative thinker with strong leadership skills, we invite you to join our team and help bring enjoyment to the lives of our residents!******Job duties may include:***** Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate all diversified resident-centered activities as needed* Involve residents in planning individualized activities programs, oversee residents' participation, and advocate for residents regarding their needs, preferences, interests, and rights* Participate in meetings including resident council meetings, family council meetings, department head meetings, and other committee meetings as required* Maintain records and reports related to activities* May participate in fundraising events* Promote positive relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community through outings and activities provided by volunteers* Identify need for and perform disciplinary action as required**We have a great knowledgeable staff, and we are looking for someone that wants to be a part of an experienced, caring team. This is a full time, salaried position which will enjoy competitive wages, benefits, and PTO plans.******Qualifications:***** Must be knowledgeable of activity practices, standards of practice, state practice acts and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.* Prior management, supervisory, or leadership experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.* Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation (preferred) or related field or 90-hr. course for activity professionals and continuing education.* Must have the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.* Must be able to deal tactfully with team members, other staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.* Must be able to plan, organize, and conduct a variety of activities.* Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing activity practices.* May be required to possess an active state driver's license.* May be required to possess a CDL license to drive a vehicle seating 16 passengers or more.****Benefits******As a CommuniCare employee you will enjoy competitive wages and PTO plans. We offer full time employees a menu of benefit options from life and disability plans to medical, dental, and vision coverage from quality benefit carriers. We also offer 401(k) with employer match and Flexible Spending Accounts.**A family-owned company, we have grown to become one of the nation’s largest providers of post-acute care, which includes skilled nursing rehabilitation centers, long-term care centers, assisted living communities, independent rehabilitation centers, and long-term acute care hospitals (LTACH). Since 1984, we have provided superior, comprehensive management services for the development and management of adult living communities. We have a single job description at CommuniCare, "to reach out with our hearts and touch the hearts of others." Through this effort we create "Caring Communities" where staff, residents, clients and family members care for and about one another.