Certified Activity Director

CommuniCare Health Services

7d•Onsite

About The Position

Wedgewood Healthcare Center is seeking a highly energetic, creative thinker with strong leadership skills for the position of Activities Director to manage their activities team. This role is crucial in bringing enjoyment to the lives of the residents. The position is a full-time, day shift role with competitive wages, benefits, and PTO plans.

Requirements

Must be certified as an Activity Director.
Must be knowledgeable of activity practices, standards of practice, state practice acts and procedures, as well as laws, regulations, and guidelines that pertain to long-term care.
Prior management, supervisory, or leadership experience, preferably in a healthcare environment.
Must have the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action.
Must be able to deal tactfully with team members, other staff, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies, and the general public.
Must be able to plan, organize, and conduct a variety of activities.
Must be willing to seek out new methods and principles and be willing to incorporate them into existing activity practices.
May be required to possess an active state driver's license.
May be required to possess a CDL license to drive a vehicle seating 16 passengers or more.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, coordinate, and evaluate all diversified resident-centered activities as needed.
Involve residents in planning individualized activities programs, oversee residents' participation, and advocate for residents regarding their needs, preferences, interests, and rights.
Participate in meetings including resident council meetings, family council meetings, department head meetings, and other committee meetings as required.
Maintain records and reports related to activities.
May participate in fundraising events.
Promote positive relationships with individuals, businesses, and organizations in the community through outings and activities provided by volunteers.
Identify need for and perform disciplinary action as required.