Activities Director

Paradigm Healthcare is seeking a Certified Activity Director to come make a difference in the lives of our patients! Apply now! Great benefits! Job Duties: Plan, create, and implement meaningful and engaging facility activities for the residents Design programs to encourage socialization, entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment, as well as improve daily living skills Create systems to ensure that residents and families are informed about activities in the facility Engage in one-on-one visits, care plan meetings, and assessments as needed Keep accurate records of activities, attendance, and calendars Recruit, organize, coordinate volunteers for activities Create, implement, and supervise processes to conduct meetings with residents and/or families as needed Implement hobbies, arts and crafts, and other activities with appropriate material to engage residents Plan and arrange transportation for activities to other locales as necessary Maintain up-to-date notes relating to activities provided to residents Maintain the comfort, privacy, and dignity of residents and interact with them in a manner that displays warmth, respect, and promotes a caring environment Attend and participate in departmental meetings and in-services as directed Maintain a good relationship built on communication and teamwork with members from other departments within the facility to promote activities Oversee the work of Activities Assistant(s) to accomplish the responsibilities of this position Regularly meets with Activities Assistant(s) to review activities and progress as well as plan future activities Required Education and Experience High school diploma or GED Minimum 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional who is licensed and registered by the State Certified as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body Current first aid and CPR certification Benefits: Dental insurance Health insurance Life insurance Paid time off Professional development assistance Referral program Vision insurance Schedule: Monday to Friday License/Certification: Certified (Required)