Activities Director (Part Time) – Coleman Health Services: Ravenna, OH
Coleman's Adult Day Services in Ravenna, Ohio was purpose-built for providing the best possible care to each of our clients. We have a unique medical model that features on-staff nursing services, therapeutic diets, personalized care plans, recreational and therapeutic activities, and access to therapy services.
About the role
The ideal candidate should be kind, patient and willing to assist individuals with cognitive and physical impairments. Focus should be on improving the client's quality of life in the following domains: physical, cognitive, social, emotional and spiritual with an emphasis on leisure needs through activity interventions.
Schedule
Must be available to work 32.5 hours/week from 9:30am-4pm Monday through Friday.
Pay
$16.50-17.00/hour depending on experience.
Benefits
- Health, dental, vision insurance
- Health Savings Account
- Accrue three weeks of paid-time off during first year
- Bereavement time off
- Annual Wellness reimbursement
- Excellent team environment
- Highest commitment to quality care
- Opportunities for career advancement and continued professional training
Responsibilities
- Planning, implementing and evaluating recreational and therapeutic activities based on the needs and preferences of our clients
- Maintaining a monthly calendar of events and effectively communicating it to clients as well as documenting client participation in activities
- Scheduling entertainers and volunteers monthly
- Running, leading and/or overseeing group activities and one-on-one visits
- Publishing a monthly newsletter with important facility information
- Developing an individualized care plan for each client and their specific needs and preferences
- Working closely with the Nursing Dept to communicate client conditions
- Maintaining a monthly departmental budget
Requirements
- Strong communication and organizational skills
- High School Diploma or Equivalent
- Prior experience coordinating activities or events
- Minimum 1 year experience in a healthcare setting or social service setting
- Prior experience working with older adults and/or individuals with developmental disabilities
Qualifications
Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Director Certification (ADC) preferred.