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Activity Director

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What they do

An Activities Director oversees the therapeutic and recreational activities for geriatric groups. They may work in a retirement home, nursing home, senior center or healthcare setting.

$51,090 / year median in Illinois

+15% projected growth

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Job Description

Activity Director Job Summary:
The Activity Director provides ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident.
Essential Duties:
Develop and plan activities including, but not limited to: group social activities; spiritual programs; creative and educational programs; and exercise activities. Oversight of Activity Aides Review resident goals and progress notes properly document MDS reports. Foster relationships of family members and community partners that may assist in supporting the Activity department.
Benefits Offered:
Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance
  • at no cost to you Leadership Training to enhance your management skills Daily Pay
  • get your money when you want Paid Vacations
  • rolls over each year Paid Sick Time Paid Holidays Tuition Reimbursement Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations Free Employee Assistance Programs
  • professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.
) at no cost to you Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers Time Off to
Vote Preferred Qualifications:
High School Diploma or its equivalent. Satisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors. 2 years minimum of experience in a social or recreational program in a nursing facility.