Activity Coordinator/Recreation Therapist

About the Company FEEL GOOD ABOUT HELPING OTHERS FEEL BETTER A job with Kindred Healthcare offers some things you'd expect, and some you might not. There's the salary, of course, and security and benefits plus the pride you take in working for a company that's a nationally recognized leader in healthcare. But there's also the feedback you get, the hugs, the handshakes, the smiles, and even the tears of gratitude from the people you care for with your heart as well as with your hands. So consider a career with Kindred it's rewarding on many levels. About the Opportunity Recreation and fun programs are an important part of the care we provide for our residents. Help to create physically and emotionally stimulating programs – host parties for special occasions and holidays – even decorate the facility! Communicate your enthusiasm and your caring. Responsibilities:
Evaluate resident's recreational needs and develop appropriate activity programs; develop special programs for residents confined to their rooms

Host special occasion and seasonal parties and decorate the facility

Maintain records of activities and attendance; monitor expenses and stay within the department's budget; supervise Activity Aides

Organize volunteer services including interviewing, selection, orientation and ongoing communication

Coordinate visits by the clergy or other spiritual leaders

Arrange transport of residents to off-site activities

Ensure that equipment and supplies are stored and the area is clean after conclusion of activity


Qualifications


The Activity Aide must have knowledge of programs designed to stimulate adult and geriatric residents and skill in conducting arts/crafts, music, games and associated activities. You'll need to be patient while interacting with residents and be able to maintain confidentiality. Effective communication with residents, their families and at all levels of the organization is important. A BS in Recreation or Occupational Therapy is preferred...however, facility will also accept all applicants with a State sponsored Activity Director Certification

Benefits Salary negotiable and commensurate with experience. In addition to salary package, Kindred offers a competitive benefits package. Please apply via online.

*Kindred Healthcare is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Relocation funds not available, local interest only. Drug free environment.