Life Enrichment Director - Activities

Medilodge of Rochester Hills, Inc.; Traverse City (MI); Presencial; USD 65 000 - 90 000; Tempo integral

Vantagens oferecidas por esta oferta de emprego

Medical insurance

Dental/Vision

Prescription drug coverage

Tuition reimbursement

401K

HSA and FSA options

Pet Insurance

Referral bonuses

Resumo da oferta

MediLodge of Traverse City is seeking a Life Enrichment Director to design and implement activity programs that meet the holistic needs of a diverse resident population. The role emphasizes assessment-driven planning and collaboration with care teams.

Responsibilities include comprehensive resident assessments, budget management, and leadership of activities staff within a long-term care setting, ensuring engaging, meaningful activities daily.

Qualificações

• BS in Recreation Therapy or equivalent in human services with relevant experience preferred.
• Certification as Activity Director or OTA certification is advantageous.
• Experience developing activity programs for residents in long-term care settings.
• Ability to work under supervision within a multidisciplinary team.

Responsabilidades

• Performs comprehensive assessment for each resident to determine level of abilities and interests.
• Develops an individualized program of activity pursuits meaningful to the resident.
• Completes MDS, RAPS timely using observation and assessment tools.
• Documents resident response to care plans and evaluates activity care plans for effectiveness.
• Develops and maintains a budget to support equipment and supplies for activity programs.
• Collaborates with rehabilitation and social services to align activities with care plans.
• Supervises Resident Activity Assistants and coordinates off-site activities when appropriate.

Conhecimentos

Program development

Resident assessment

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Budget management

Documentation (MDS/RAPS)

Formação académica

BS in Recreation Therapy

Bachelor’s degree in human service field

BS in Occupational Therapy

Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state-specific)

Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant

Associate degree in human service field

High school diploma with two years of relevant experience

6 college credits in English/Art/Recreational Programming

Descrição da oferta de emprego

Life Enrichment Director – Activities

Facility: MediLodge of Traverse City

Why MediLodge?

• Michigan’s Largest Provider of long-term care skilled nursing and short-term rehabilitation services.
• Employee Focus: We foster a positive culture where employees feel valued, trusted, and have opportunities for growth.
• Employee Recognition: Regular acknowledgement and celebration of individual and team achievements.
• Career Development: Opportunities for learning, training, and advancement to help you grow professionally.
• Michigan Award Winner: Recipient of the 2023 Michigan Employer of the Year Award through the MichiganWorks! Association.

Key Benefit Package Options?

• Medical Benefits: Affordable medical insurance options through Anthem Blue Cross Blue Shield.
• Additional Healthcare Benefits: Dental, vision, and prescription drug insurance options via leading insurance providers.
• Flexible Pay Options: Get paid daily, weekly, or bi-weekly through UKG Wallet.
• Benefits Concierge: Internal company assistance in understanding and utilizing your benefit options.
• Pet Insurance: Three options available
• Education Assistance: Tuition reimbursement and student loan repayment options.
• Retirement Savings with 401K.
• HSA and FSA options
• Unlimited Referral Bonuses.

Summary

Through comprehensive assessment and evaluation, the Life Enrichment Director (Activities Director) develops program of activity therapy from a holistic approach to meet the needs of a diverse resident population.

Qualifications

Education

• BS in Recreation Therapy preferred or
• Bachelor’s degree in human service field, with relevant experience* or
• BS in Occupational Therapy, with relevant experience or
• Certification as Occupational Therapy Assistant, with relevant experience* or
• Associate degree in human service field, with relevant experience *or
• Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state-specific) AND must have worked full time under the supervision of licensed recreational therapist or certified activity director in a long-term care setting for a minimum of one year.
• If no state-specific certification program exists may have high school diploma or equivalent with two years of experience in social or recreational programming within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full time in a patient activity program in a health care setting. Must have completed 6 credits of college courses, including 1 English course in composition, technical or report writing, and one course in area of Art/Recreational Programming, Science or Management with a passing grade.

Licenses/Certification

• Certified Recreation Therapist preferred or
• Certified Occupational Therapy Assistant or
• Certified Activity Director (NCCAP or state specific)

Job Functions

• Performs comprehensive assessment for each resident to determine level of abilities combined with past and current interests.
• Based on findings develops an individualized program of activity pursuits that are meaningful to the resident.
• Completes MDS, RAPS in a timely manner, utilizing observation and assessment/monitoring tools.
• Documents resident response to care plans and evaluates individual resident activity care plans for effectiveness.
• Develops and utilizes a budget sufficient to maintain equipment and purchase supplies, enabling staff to provide for prescribed activity models.
• Utilizes the "biopsychosocial" model to create meaningful activities for individuals.
• As an active member of the Interdisciplinary Team, utilizes cutting edge models of approach, such as music therapy, pet therapy, aromatherapy, therapeutic touch, etc.
• Arranges for speakers, presenters, advocates, and clergy to interact with individuals and groups of residents.
• Arranges and coordinates off-site activity trips, when available or appropriate.
• Develops and maintains community volunteer efforts.
• Fosters sense of community with the center environment.
• Supervises Resident Activity Assistants.
• Performs other tasks as assigned.

Clinical Functions

• Collaborates with rehabilitation department to arrange activities that promote functional independence.
• Communicates relevant data to other disciplines, such as providing information on fluid and snack intake at activities to nutrition services.
• Through in-service training, educates all staff members on approaches and models.
• Collaborates with social services personnel and consults with interdisciplinary team.
• Ensures all resident activity documentation is complete.
• Utilizes Quality Indicators/Quality Measures Report to evaluate program efficacy for individuals and overall performance; makes program changes when needed.
• Assists resident/family and social services with discharge planning, by providing insights on effective activity interventions.