What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activities Director position at Wedgemere HealthCare?
Full Time Position
Activity Director for Wedgemere Healthcare
At Next Step Healthcare, we know that working in the healthcare industry is more than just a job – it’s a way of life reserved for the most compassionate, caring, and hard-working individuals. We are privileged to work alongside people who believe, like we do, that locally owned and operated healthcare facilities should go beyond simply “meeting the needs” of its residents.
POSITION SUMMARY:
The Activity Director must lead by example by promoting positive morale within their department and throughout the facility. Reports directly to the Administrator.
RESPONSIBILITIES:
Plans, organizes, and directs the activity program and staff in order to fulfill the social, psychosocial, and therapeutic needs of the residents.
- Although interdisciplinary effort is required, the Activity Director duties include but are not limited to:
- provide entertainment
- exercise and relaxation
- opportunity to express creative talent
- spiritual needs
- MDS assessments
- staff scheduling and hiring
QUALIFICATIONS:
- Long term care experience required - 1 year
- Genuine love of nursing home residents a must
- Energetic with high degree of creativity for designing activities and programs
Benefits include but not limited to:
- Paid time off (vacation, sick, holiday)
- Medical
- Dental
- Vision
- Life Insurance
- 401(k)
Perks
- Life Assistance Program
- Home and Auto Insurance Discounts
- Verizon wireless discounts (22% discount)
- Six Flags discounts
If you have a passion for helping people, for making them feel safe, respected, cared for and listened to, then your next step is with us.
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