Director of Activities for Nursing Home

Aventura Health Group; Prospect Park (Delaware County); On-site; USD 40,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as an Activity Director, where you will play a crucial role in enhancing the lives of residents through engaging therapeutic activities. This position involves planning, organizing, and overseeing a variety of programs tailored to meet the diverse needs of residents, ensuring they receive the social, emotional, and physical support they require. With a commitment to excellence, this innovative firm offers competitive pay, a comprehensive benefits package, and a supportive work environment that values teamwork and appreciation. If you're passionate about making a difference in the lives of others, this opportunity is perfect for you.

Benefits

Competitive pay rates

Daily Pay

401(k) plan

Comprehensive Benefits Package

Employee perks and discounts

Weekly employee appreciation events

Friendly work atmosphere

Qualifications

• Must be eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist.
• Requires 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement therapeutic activities for residents.
• Direct the development and evaluation of the activities program.

Skills

Therapeutic Recreation

Activity Planning

Supervision

Assessment Skills

Education

Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist

Training Course Approved by the State

Job description

Description

The Activity Director is responsible to plan, organize, and implement a program of therapeutic activities designed to meet the social, spiritual, intellectual, emotional, educational and physical needs and interest of residents in accordance with the comprehensive resident care plan.

Benefits:

• Competitive pay rates and shift differentials!

• DAILY PAY

• 401(k) plan

• Comprehensive Benefits Package including

  • medical

  • dental

  • vision

  • PHMP Wellness plan including free telemedicine and also increasing take-home pay!

  • and many more employee perks and discounts!!!

• Weekly employee appreciation events; we love to celebrate our team!

• FUN and friendly work atmosphere - GREAT leadership team!

To be qualified for the Activity Director position, one must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is:

1. Eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990;
2. Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full-time in a therapeutic activities program;
3. Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant;
4. Has completed a training course approved by the State.

Essential Functions

Responsible for directing the development, implementation, supervision and ongoing evaluation of the activities program designed to meet the social, psychosocial and therapeutic needs of the resident. Prepares a monthly calendar of activities posted in a prominent location that is visible to residents and visitors.

Completion and/or directing/delegating the completion of the activities component of the comprehensive assessment; and contributing to and/or directing/delegating the contribution to the comprehensive care plan goals and approaches that are individualized to match the skills, abilities, and interests/preferences of each resident in compliance with Federal and State regulations.

Ensure that scheduled program activities are carried out seven days per week. The Director will ensure each resident is offered at least one (1) cognitive activity, two (2) recreational activities and three (3) ADL activities daily. Activities are to be tailored to the resident’s unique requirements and skills. At least one individual activity is planned for residents who are unable or unwilling to participate in group activities daily. Oversees the transportation of residents to social activities programs inside and outside the facility.

In return for your expertise, you’ll enjoy excellent training, industry-leading benefits and unlimited opportunities to learn and grow. Be a part of the team leading the nation in healthcare.