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Activity Director

Emerald Healthcare, Cozad, NE, United States


The Activity Director plans, implements, and evaluates activities for nursing home residents, designing programs that encourage socialization, provide entertainment, relaxation, and fulfillment, and improve daily living skills. They also manage the facility's volunteer program and provide group and individualized activities for all residents.

They must be creative and adaptable to meet resident needs, demonstrate professionalism, organization, time management, creativity, and the ability to take and follow direction. They may require certification as an Activity Director through a state‑approved program. This position reports to Administrator.

Qualifications

  • Active and engaging to improve the lives of seniors.
  • Must hold and maintain a current Certified Nursing Assistant Certificate. If you do not have a CNA, you must be willing to obtain a CNA at some point.
  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality regarding patient and company proprietary information.
  • Must have the ability to relate professionally and positively and work cooperatively with patients, families, and other employees at all levels.
  • Must have knowledge of infection control principles and practices.
  • Must be capable of maintaining regular attendance.
  • This position involves active participation in activities, as well as a lot of walking, standing, and movement.

Benefits

  • Medical, Dental and Vision Insurance
  • Supplemental Insurance
  • 401K
  • Paid Time Off (PTO)
  • Sick Pay
  • Holiday Pay

Benefits eligibility is determined by employee's status. Full‑time employees are eligible for all benefits. *Indicates benefits available for part‑time employees.

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