Activity Director

NEWCare•Crivitz, WI

6d•$19•Onsite

About The Position

We are seeking applications for a full-time, energetic, experienced Activity Director for our skilled nursing facility. If you enjoy spending time with the elderly and engaging them in purposeful activities, then this is a position for you. Oversees the day-to-day activities of nursing home residents by planning, implementing, and evaluating ongoing activities. Designs programs to encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. The Activity Director will design and schedule a calendar of activities (for example bingo, religious services, book club, arts, and crafts), encouraging both independence and interaction in the community. Besides managing the activities, the Activity Director will assist with managing the volunteer program and will be responsible for overseeing volunteers who assist with the activities’ creation and implementation. Applicants with previous experience in long-term care such as Certified Nurse Aides and Direct Support Professionals who are enthusiastic about interacting with the elderly will also be considered.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
Licensed or registered by the State in which practicing, or eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or as an activity professional by a recognized accrediting body or has two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the last five (5) years.
Computer literate.
Demonstrated common sense, judgment, communication skills, and the ability to maintain confidentiality.

Nice To Haves

Appropriate training and/or certification is highly advantageous.
Demonstrated experience as an Activity Director for a similar group is preferred.
Top-notch program event planning, and supervision skills.
Upbeat, communicative, and empathetic disposition.
Committed to fostering well-being and fun.
Willing to work some evenings, weekends, and holidays.

Responsibilities

Planning and implementation of individual and group activities.
Performs activities portion of residents' care plans.
Incorporates residents’ interests into activities and discussion.
Gives residents opportunities for choices and self-expression.
Makes contact with each resident on his/her unit.
Identifies and provides adaptive devices for those with sensory deficits (i.e., large-print books, recorders).
Promotes self-esteem and social interaction with residents.
Provides activities for those with special needs (i.e., depressed terminally ill, bedridden).
Encourages participation and involvement of all residents.
Special event planning to include family, teammate and community members.
Supervision of Activity Aide and Volunteers.