Activity Director

Job Type Full-time Description ACTIVITY DIRECTOR - Full-Time - Auburn Village, Auburn, IL Auburn Village in Auburn, IN, seeks a Dynamic Activity Director. The position available is Full-Time, Salaried, with an 8-hour shift. If you love making people smile through all forms of creative interaction, you are passionate about what you do best, you believe in the dignity of residents and interact with them in a manner that conveys warmth and respect, we want you on our team! Expanded and renovated in 2017, Auburn Village is recognized as one of the premier skilled nursing facilities in Indiana. An expert and caring staff offers long- and short-term stays, respite care, hospice services, rehabilitation and physical therapy, plus respiratory and ventilator treatments. To learn more about our facility, go to our website at www.auburnvillage.com. Are you looking for an organization with stability, longevity, the opportunity for internal professional growth, and a collaborative work culture? Join us, share our passion for excellence in patient care and love what you do! Apply now! In Addition to a Competitive Salary, We Also Offer You:Choice of several health insurance plans401(k) with company matchVoluntary Dental, Vision, Disability and Life InsurancePaid time offTeladoc for Immediate Care (when enrolled in a health plan)Health Savings Account (HSA)Opportunity for Advancement Responsibilities of the Activity Director:Planning, organizing, coordinating and executing a diversified and well-planned activity program which includes recreational, religious, social, physical, intellectual and community-service oriented programsPlan monthly activity calendar and submit it to Graphic Designer for printing and delivery to facility before 1st of monthCreating and maintaining a positive atmosphere of warmth and kindness, as well as a calm environment throughout the facilityPlanning and implementing suitable activities for residents who are not able or willing to attend regularly-scheduled activitiesEnsure each patient is evaluated initially and periodically to determine his or her backgrounds, interests, abilities, physical and emotional needs and limitations for the purpose of planning meaningful programs IND1 Requirements of the Activity Director:B.A. or B.S. in Recreational Therapy, Occupational Therapy, Education or Social Service OR, Minimum of high school education with Activity Director CertificationTwo to three years of experience in group activity programming or an equivalentManagement experience much preferredKnowledge of JCAHO, OBRA, IDPH and HFS regulations relevant to activitiesMust have ability to teach, organize, initiate and take responsibility for programs targeted for seniors or physically challengedKnowledge of the community and community resourcesMust be personable, professional and cooperative with all residents, families and staff "Generations - Our Family Caring for Your Family for Generations to Come" Salary Description $20-22 per hour based on exp. & certification