Activities Director

Priority Life Care•Newburgh, IN

About The Position

The Activities Director enriches the social, mental, and physical lives of seniors by planning and directing high-quality programming. This role leads and works courteously and follows procedures outlined by state and federal regulations. The Director develops, implements, and evaluates activities programs to meet residents’ needs, encourages participation, and arranges individualized programming as needed. The role also coordinates necessary transportation, manages the department budget for supplies and staff, maintains discipline and safety, communicates appropriately with residents, families, the public, and other professionals, and reports issues to the Administrator. Priority Life Care describes its mission as lighting the way in senior care while respecting affordability and independence. The organization states that it is a designated Great Place to Work and provides opportunities to use one’s talents in a progressive, growing organization.

Requirements

At least 1 year of full-time experience as a Life Enrichment Director, or a minimum of 5 years of part-time experience in Activities.
A clean driving record and ability to drive a large resident passenger vehicle.
1–2 years of experience working with individuals with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree or equivalent preferred; equivalent combinations of education, training, and experience will be considered.
Life Enrichment/Activity Director certification preferred.
Previous long-term care experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Provide seniors with interesting, engaging, and enriching activities to enhance their lives.
Develop, implement, and evaluate activities programs to meet the needs of residents in the facility.
Promote interest in and participation in recreational activities.
Assess residents for programs and arrange one-on-one programming for individuals as needed.
Coordinate and provide necessary transportation.
Manage the department budget for supplies and staff.
Enforce rules and regulations to maintain discipline and ensure safety in accordance with state and federal regulations.
Relate appropriately to residents, family members, the public, and other professionals.
Report issues or problems to the Administrator.
Promote and exemplify Priority Life Care’s mission and values.

Benefits

Competitive wages and PTO.
Career advancement opportunities through the Pathway to Promotion program.
Health plans, including vision and dental.
SwiftMD telemedicine at low or no cost.
Special pay rates on holidays.
$10,000 company-paid life insurance.
Voluntary short-term disability, accident coverage, and critical illness coverage.
Confidential Employee Assistance Program.
Retirement savings plans.
Flexible Spending Accounts.
Employee referral bonuses.
On-demand wages via ZayZoon.
Rewards Program based on years of service and PLC Employee of the Year Award.