Activity Director - Health Center

BAYWOOD COURT • Castro Valley, CA

2d • $27 - $29 • Onsite

About The Position

Baywood Court is seeking a service-minded individual with a desire to make a positive impact on residents for a Full-time Health Center Activity Director position. Baywood Court is a modern, not-for-profit senior living community located in Castro Valley, CA, committed to helping seniors live with health, happiness, and dignity.

Requirements

• Activity Director certification required
• BS in Recreation Therapy or closely related field, and CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) and/or RTC (Recreation Therapy Certification) certification required.
• Ability to read, speak and write the English language in order to understand instructions and communicate effectively with staff and residents.
• Must be available to work weekends and holidays
• Must complete employment application online to advance to next step!
• All applicants are required to complete and pass a drug screening, physical exam with tuberculosis (TB) skin test, and criminal clearance through FBI and Department of Justice.
• The background search includes minor misdemeanors and DUIs.

Nice To Haves

• At least two (2) years of experience preferred in a long-term care facility working directly with residents and families; preferably in activities.
• Previous supervisory experience preferred.
• Familiarity with Title 22 regulations preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop, implement, and supervise the Health Center recreation therapy program and staff.
• Attend Care conferences, MDS, Stand-up, QAPI, psychotropic and Interdisciplinary team (IDT) meetings.
• Monitor residents’ behavior due to psychotropic medication.
• Assist with/leads recreation therapy programs and classes as needed.
• Coordinate the activity schedule with other resident services.
• Maintain a current list of residents from the nursing service who are not physically able to participate in group activities.

Benefits

• Accrue up to 4 weeks of paid time off in the first year, with cash-out option
• Medical, dental, vision and employer paid life insurance plan. Eligible first of the month following 30 days of employment
• $1,500 - $4,500 annually toward out-of-pocket medical expenses, including pharmacy if enrolled in a medical plan
• Retirement Savings Plans (Pre-Tax and ROTH) with employer match up to 5%
• Pet insurance and pet care discounts
• Employee meals only $3.00 - $5.00
• Annual scholarships for students enrolled in college or trade school
• Fun employee events, recognition celebrations, BBQs, food trucks, theme days and more!

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level