Activities Director ***Paid Certification Training ...

Activities Director Certification Training Provided This position requires good management skills, tact, sensitivity and professionalism due to constant interaction with residents and families. Responsibilities Develop approaches/interventions to meet the psychosocial needs of residents Establish rapport with residents and their families Develop, schedule and run recreation programming for residents Demonstrate knowledge and experience with residents with appropriate therapeutic/behavioral interventions Must be able to manage and work with a team to include but not limited to hiring, training, scheduling, etc. Ensure residents are treated with dignity and respect Must have a positive attitude, enthusiasm, creativity, patience, and energy Will be required to complete assessments and care plans regularly Qualifications 2 years Long-Term Care experience preferred CTRS, MEPAP-1, OR ADC certified preferred The activities program must be directed by a qualified professional who is a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who— (i) Is licensed or registered, if applicable, by the state of Ohio; and is: (A) 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 (B) Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years, one of which was full-time in a therapeutic activities program; or (C) Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or (D) Has completed a training course approved by the State. Facility will provide certification for the right individual if not already licensed or certified per standards above. Familiar with long-term care regulations and survey process is a plus Be able to facilitate group programs independently Positive attitude and energy displaying a "can do" mentality Strong communication, interpersonal and written/reading and computer skills a must Valid driver's license to assist with transporting residents for outtings away from facility #J-18808-Ljbffr

Created: 2025-09-23