Geriatric Activities Director, Full-Time, Flexible Shifts

Life Care Centers of America; Morristown (TN); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

Life Care Center of Morristown is seeking an Activities Director (Non Recreation Therapist) to plan, organize, develop, and direct quality activities that meet the diverse needs of patients under state and Life Care standards. The role requires at least two years of recent experience in social recreation in healthcare, completion of state-approved activity training, and preferred geriatrics background.

You will collaborate with the care team to enhance patient well-being and maintain program

Qualifications

• Two years' social recreation program experience in the last five years, including full-time in a patient activities program in healthcare.
• Completed State approved activity training.
• Prior experience with geriatrics preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate activity programs (entertainment, exercise, relaxation, education).
• Make daily rounds to ensure activities team meets standards and patient needs are met.
• Chart patient progress and behavior clearly and descriptively.
• Escort patients to and from activities and perform in-room visits for those unable to participate.
• Manage budget and deliver excellent customer service to patients and families.
• Follow policies, ensure confidentiality, and adhere to compliance training.

Skills

Recreation program experience

Geriatrics experience

Completed activity training

Education

State-approved activity training

Job description

Life Care Center of Morristown is seeking an Activities Director (Non Recreation Therapist) to plan, organize, develop, and direct quality activities that meet the diverse needs of patients under state and Life Care standards. The role requires at least two years of recent experience in social recreation in healthcare, completion of state-approved activity training, and preferred geriatrics background.

You will collaborate with the care team to enhance patient well-being and maintain program