Activity Director
The Carpenter Health Network · Wichita Falls, TX · 3 wk ago
On-siteInformation TechnologyFull-time
Qualifications
- Bachelor’s Degree with an emphasis in Therapeutic Recreation preferred or Professional State approved Activity credentials for the position.
- Minimum of three years’ experience leading an Activity department in a long-term care / nursing home facility.
- Preferred experience in a high acuity setting.
- Solid knowledge of Activity/Therapeutic Recreation principles and practices to include state requirements.
- Proficient knowledge of Microsoft Office.
- Must be able to read, write, and speak English, as well as possess appropriate written, verbal, and interpersonal skills.
Duties and Responsibilities
- Assist in plans and provisions of patient care by visiting residents regularly to evaluate needs.
- Document and report to the nursing department any unusual or significant findings.
- Encourage residents to take part in activities of daily living that will stimulate his/her potential, physically, mentally, socially and spiritually.
- Spend duty time with residents rather than with other facility staff.
- Aid in the establishment of resident care goals within the framework of the entire therapeutic team.
- Document accurately, timely and comprehensively.
- Demonstrate initiative and follow through.
- Participate in public relations, media coverage, marketing efforts and volunteer activities.
- Follow facility van operation policy and procedure, if applicable.
- Demonstrate correct safety techniques.
Pay
Competitive Pay
Benefits
- Complete Benefits Package including Health, Dental, Vision & Life Insurance
- Paid Time Off (PTO)
- 401-K
- Free CEU online accreditation courses
- Remarkable Career Advancement Opportunities