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Activity Director

MEDICALODGES INC.
Kansas City, Kansas, US
Full-time

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Job Summary :

Motivate residents to participate in recreational activities to promote activity of mind and body and encourage a feeling of well being and worth.

Job Responsibilities :

  • Assessing residents to determine activities that are appropriate for their needs and interest.
  • Providing and encouraging resident(s) to participate in activities that stimulate and promote resident interest, communication, and general well being.
  • Coordinating the activity program with volunteers and other groups, taking into account already established routines in order to fit the activity program into the facility’s overall pattern.
  • Planning special events, parties, entertainment, games, and crafts; encourages residents to assist as appropriate.
  • Maintaining a pleasant and cheerful nursing home environment by helping with seasonal decorations, decorate bulletin boards, and assist residents in displaying personal items in their rooms.
  • Assisting in finding methods to motivate residents to take an interest in life and the community.
  • Supervising the overall activity programs, providing special attention to residents in the group that need it.
  • Seeing that the activity area is in good order before and after each activity.

Job Qualifications & Skills :

  • High School Diploma or G.E.D certificate
  • Graduate of Activity Director Course as required by state
  • Two years in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one of which was full time in a patient program in a health care setting
  • Experience in various activities and handicrafts
  • Verbal and written communication skills

Company Overview :

Medicalodges is a 100% employee-owned organization with over 30 skilled nursing and assisted living facilities committed to providing the highest quality of care to our residents.

If you have a passion for providing seniors with outstanding care we want to talk with you today!

Company Benefits :

  • Paid Time Off
  • Employee Stock Ownership Program
  • Insurance benefits & 401k
  • Educational Assistance
  • Electronic scheduling

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