Activity Director

The Pearl of Fox River Valleyis seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Activity Director to join our team.

Do you have a passion for caring for others? Are you looking for a great work environment where you can make a difference?

At Pearl Healthcare, YOU are our greatest asset! We offer these competitive benefits:

• Competitive wage
• Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision
• Free Life Insurance
• Paid Vacation/Sick Time
• Personal Days
• Employee Referral Bonus
• Tuition Reimbursement
• 401K
• Meaningful and rewarding work environment
• Plus much more, Inquire with us today

Description:

The primary purpose of The Activity Director supports the efforts of the department in assessing, selecting, organizing, and implementing of activity/recreational services to address the individualized needs and interests of the overall patient population within the center.

Responsibilities:

• Develop and oversee the delivery of activity/recreational programs to promote patient opportunities for engaging in normal life enhancement pursuits and to increase and/or maintain functioning levels.
• Develop/Coordinate activities that jointly include the community, staff, families and patients.
• Complete monthly calendar of available activity/recreational programs and post in the facility.
• Encourage patient participation in group and individual activities.
• Ensure regulatory requirement compliance with department documentation.
• Ensure that needed activity supplies are on hand to conduct scheduled activities.
• Adhere to the budget guidelines for the department.
• Maintain appropriate records pertaining to the department budget; monitor and control cost expenditures.
• Organize and supervise department including selection, orientation, monitoring, scheduling and training of Activity aide employees.
• Organize and supervise facility volunteer program including recruiting, selection, orientation, monitoring, scheduling and training volunteers.
• Organize Resident Council Meetings.
• Serve as a resource person for new residents. Assure that all necessary documents are completed.

Requirements:

• Degree in recreational therapy and/or Activity Director Certification (required)
• At least three years experience in geriatrics, recreation or social administration.
• Excellent verbal, organizational and communication skills
• Able to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive/confidential information Strong computer skills
• Demonstrated critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and time management skills.

Apply online by clicking Apply Now or apply in person at:

The Pearl of Fox River Valley

1950 Larkin Avenue
Elgin , IL 60123

At Pearl Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We are committed to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

Pearl Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.

Apply today for immediate consideration!