What are the responsibilities and job description for the Activity Director position at Palm Vista Nursing and Rehab?
Job Requirements: • Meet at least one (1) of the following criteria: Degree and certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist; or o Certified Activity Director by the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals; or o Two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program within the past five (5) years, in which one (1) year was full time in a resident activities program in a health care setting; or o Prior completion of a state approved training course.
- One (1) to two (2) years management/supervisory experience. • Effective verbal and written English communication skills.
- Excellent creative and communication skills.
- Skill at working with individuals who have cognitive, physical, or sensory disabilities.
- Practical knowledge of how an Activity Department functions in a nursing facility.
- General knowledge of regulatory requirements for an activity program in a long-term care facility.
- Outstanding interpersonal skills with high level of energy and enthusiasm.
- Experience in working with volunteers and ability to organize and develop volunteer program.
- Highest level of professionalism with the ability to maintain confidentiality.
- Ability to communicate at all levels of organization and work well within a team environment in support of company objectives.
- Customer service oriented with the ability to work well under pressure.
- Strong attention to detail and accuracy, excellent organizational skills with ability to prioritize, coordinate and simultaneously maintain multiple projects with high level of quality and productivity.
- Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
- Ability to work with minimal supervision, take initiative and make independent decisions.
- Ability to deal with new tasks without the benefit of written procedures. • Approachable, flexible, and adaptable to change.
- Function independently, and have flexibility, personal integrity, and the ability to work effectively with employee and vendors
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: $19.00 - $20.00 per hour
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- 401(k) matching
- Dental insurance
- Flexible schedule
- Health insurance
- Life insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Healthcare setting:
- Long term care
- Nursing home
- Rehabilitation center
- Skilled nursing facility
Schedule:
- Monday to Friday
- Weekends as needed
Experience:
- Computer skills: 1 year (Preferred)
Ability to Commute:
- Key West, FL 33040 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Key West, FL 33040: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
Salary : $19 - $20