Certified Activities Director

CommuniCare Health Services; Dyer (IN); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

CommuniCare Health Services’ Great Lakes Healthcare Center in Dyer, IN seeks an Activities Director to lead our activities team. A Bachelor’s in Therapeutic Recreation or 90-hour activity course plus prior management experience are required.

Strong leadership and community engagement are essential for driving resident-centered programs. The role involves planning, implementing, and evaluating activities, coordinating with staff and residents, and participating in governance meetings while

Qualifications

• Activity Certification is Required
• 2-4 Years Experience Preferred
• Knowledge of activity practices, standards of practice, and long-term care regulations
• Prior management, supervisory, or leadership experience in healthcare preferred

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate all diversified resident-centered activities as needed
• Involve residents in planning individualized activities programs, oversee participation, and advocate for residents
• Participate in meetings including resident council, family council, department head, and other committee meetings
• Maintain records and reports related to activities
• May participate in fundraising events
• Promote relationships with community individuals, businesses, and organizations through outings and volunteers
• Identify need for and perform disciplinary action as required

Skills

Leadership

Management experience

Team coordination

Education

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field

90-hour course for activity professionals

Tools

Point click care

UDA Assessments

Discharge summaries

Job description

Job Address:2300 Great Lakes Drive Dyer, IN 46311Great Lakes Healthcare Center, is currently seeking the right individual for the position of Activities Director to manage our activities team! If 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!Full Time Day Shift Position AvailableQualified candidates must have a Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field or have completed the 90 hour course for activities professionals and continuing education. Prior management experience is required. This position may require driving, so an active driver's license with a good driving record is required.Job duties may include:Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate all diversified resident-centered activities as neededInvolve residents in planning individualized activities programs, oversee residents' participation, and advocate for residents regarding their needs, preferences, interests, and rightsParticipate in meetings including resident council meetings, family council meetings, department head meetings, and other committee meetings as requiredMaintain records and reports related to activitiesMay participate in fundraising eventsPromote positive relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community through outings and activities provided by volunteersIdentify need for and perform disciplinary action as requiredWe 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:Activity Certification is Required2-4 Years Experience Preferredexperience in Point click care, care plans, UDA Assessments, Discharge summaries, Resident Council and outings with ResidentsMust 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.BenefitsAs 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.About UsSince 1984, CommuniCare Family of Companies has been committed to delivering exceptional, person‑centered care as a national leader in post‑acute services for individuals with chronic or complex conditions. Today, our more than 105 skilled nursing and long‑term care facilities serve nearly 13,000 residents at any given time.To support our centers and ensure long‑term success and continuity of care, CommuniCare has developed integrated lines of business spanning the full continuum of care. These specialized solutions include chronic disease management, memory care, telehealth services, Medicare insurance plans, behavioral health programs, and comprehensive medical services. Together, they enable us to deliver sophisticated, coordinated, and transformative care beyond the walls of our facilities.Our mission, Serve with Pride, is evident in the quality and consistency residents, families, and community partners have come to expect and trust. With more than 14,000 employees serving communities across Ohio, Indiana, Virginia, and West Virginia, we are dedicated to improving the lives of our residents by placing extraordinary service above all else.We continue to raise the bar and innovate wherever possible to enhance quality of life—creating environments where residents feel at home, employees thrive, and families find comfort and confidence in the care we provide.