Activity Director

SHC is hiring an Activity Director

The activity director will supervise, plan, schedules and carries out a complete program of activities. Programs activities of a recreational, diversional, religious, intellectual, and service or “work-oriented” nature that meets the individual resident’s needs.

Job Description

• Accountable for the supervision of planning and implementation of a well-balanced activity program including (but not limited to) arts and crafts, recreation, religious activities, service projects and trips into the community.

• Interacts with other services to assess and evaluate patient needs, capabilities, and responses to their participation in activities programs. Develops care plans and appropriate individual activity participation goals.

• Escorts residents to and from special activity areas, including off-campus trips, observing safety precautions and assisting in providing for the personal needs and control of residents while participating in all aspects of the activity program.

• Makes observations of residents’ behaviors and informs nursing staff of significant changes in their behavior, reactions, or progress.

• Prepares materials and makes appropriate preparations for activities.

• Is responsible for the care and maintenance of supplies, equipment, and activity facilities.

• Maintains accurate daily attendance records, charts monthly progress notes, documents meaningful residents’ responses to activity program, and determines goals for each individual.

• Participates in in-service training programs as a teacher and learner. Attends educational programs outside the facility as assigned, including 10 CEUs annually in an ongoing basis.

• Performs other duties as special circumstances demand.

• Supervises Activity Assistants.

• Supervises a volunteer program that supplements the activity program.

What we offer:

• Medical, Dental, Vision Insurance
• 401 K Retirement Plan
• Vacation, Sick, Personal time

Qualifications

• Minimum formal education to include completion of four years of high school, diploma or GED
• Minimum of one-year work experience in a related field or volunteer work in a related field
• Valid driver’s license and proof of insurance
• Must pass the Illinois Activity Professionals Certification process
• Basic computer skills including knowledge of Point Click Care software, Microsoft Office software, and the ability to navigate internet search engines