ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR - LIBERTY COMMONS OF HALIFAX COUNTY

Liberty Health & Rehab Of Indianola • Weldon, NC

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About The Position

At Liberty Healthcare and Rehabilitation Services, we promote a challenging, but rewarding opportunity in a caring environment. We are currently seeking an experienced Activities Director to plan, promote, and lead individual and group activities based on the needs and interests of the residents. The Activities Director will inform new patients and families about the Activity Program of the Facility and unit, complete an Activities Assessment on each designated resident according to documentation policies and procedures, and conduct recreational activities, both indoor and outdoor. The role also includes conducting educational, creative, expressive activities and exercise, supervising scheduling and posting of all events and programs to encourage participation and enthusiasm among residents, and supervising the Volunteer Program, responsible for all aspects of training and placing volunteers.

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Prefer a degree in Recreational Therapy from an accredited program.
• Eligible for a N.C. license as an occupational therapist or assistant therapist, or eligible for N.C. Certification as a recreation therapist or assistant therapist, or someone who has completed an approved 36-hour or longer course in activities program management, or an individual receiving at least four hours consultation per month from a qualified occupational therapist or recreational therapist.
• Previous Activities Director, and/or Long Term Care experience preferred.
• Willing to work and cooperate well with other employees.
• Strong computer skills and the ability to multitask alongside residents and staff.
• Experience in documentation with MDS, progress notes, participation records, etc.
• Ability to work well under pressure and use supplies economically.
• Valid NC Driver's License.

Responsibilities

• Plans, promotes, and leads individual and group activities based on needs and interests of the residents.
• Informs new patients and families about the Activity Program of the Facility and unit.
• Completes an Activities Assessment on each designated resident according to documentation policies and procedures.
• Conducts recreational activities, both indoor and outdoor.
• Conducts educational, creative, expressive activities and exercise.
• Supervises scheduling and posting of all events and programs in a manner to encourage participation and enthusiasm among residents.
• Supervises Volunteer Program, responsible for all aspects of training and placing volunteers.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED