Activities Director

About the role

Bella Terra Morton Grove is seeking an Activities Director to join our compassionate and multilingual team. This is a full-time salary exempt position with a flexible schedule including weekdays and some weekends as needed.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement activities that promote physical, mental, and emotional well-being for residents.
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure activities align with residents' needs and preferences.
• Coordinate with external vendors for special events and guest speakers.
• Develop and maintain a diverse calendar of activities to cater to various interests and abilities.
• Ensure compliance with regulatory standards and best practices in activity planning and execution.

Requirements

• A bachelor's degree in gerontology, recreation therapy, or a related field.
• At least 2 years of experience in a similar role, preferably in a healthcare setting.
• Proven ability to plan and execute engaging activities that enhance the quality of life for seniors.
• Strong interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with a diverse population.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Knowledge of Medicare and Medicaid regulations related to activities and programming.

Qualifications

• Experience working with individuals with cognitive impairments is preferred.
• Proficiency in multiple languages is a plus, particularly Polish, Spanish, Urdu, Hebrew, and Yiddish.
• Excellent communication and organizational skills.

Skills

• Strong leadership and motivational skills.
• Ability to adapt activities to meet individual resident needs.
• Effective time management and multitasking skills.
• Outstanding interpersonal and communication skills.

Benefits

• On Demand Pay.
• Competitive wages.
• Shift differentials.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
• 401K with employer match.
• Employee concierge program.
• Employee assistance program.

Pay

Salary range: $60,000 - $70,000 annually.

Schedule

Monday - Friday, with some weekends as needed.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance options.
• Short-term and long-term disability insurance options.
• 401K with employer match.
• Employee concierge program.
• Employee assistance program.