Activities Director for Assisted Living

Job DetailsJob Location: Main Street Care Center - Avon Lake, OH 44012Sprenger Health Care is a third generation, leading developer, owner and operator of senior living communities and services in Ohio and South Carolina. Through our 12-nursing home, 10 assisted living, and 8 independent living communities encompassing nearly 2,000 beds, we provide exceptional health care services, including; long-term nursing care, assisted and independent living, memory care, hospice, home care, respite care, and short-term post-acute rehabilitation. For more information about Sprenger Health Care, please visit www.sprengerhealthcare.com. Qualifications:   Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; and Is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body on or after October 1, 1990; OR Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, 1 of which was full-time in a patient activities program in a health care setting; OR Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or Has completed a training course approved by the state.  Essential Job Functions: Plan, schedule and implement a program of individual and group activities based on residents’ needs and interests. Responsible for staffing the activities department including scheduling, adhering to budgeted hours, adhering to departmental budget, and hiring and training new employees.  Serve as an active member of the interdisciplinary team attending all resident care conferences and integrating the recreation plan as part of the total resident plan of care. Maintain departmental documentation that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals including progress notes, participation records, one-to-one records, etc. Develop and communicate facility programs with residents, staff, family and volunteers.   The position offers a competitive wage based on experience, and many other benefits including: Health insurance with company paid life insurance Dental, Vision and Voluntary benefits 401k with company match Tuition reimbursement Opportunity for professional growth and development Paid time off Holiday pay Come join a team with many years of employment longevity and a chance to grow your career from within. We can’t wait to meet you!   Qualifications