Activity Director - Nursing Home jobs in Erie, PA

Don't just take a JOB, start a CAREER with Heritage Ministries and change lives forever. Caring is our calling and the team at Heritage Ministries goes above and beyond this to ensure that the Heritage experience is award-winning for each and every one of our residents. We strive to provide Hope, Dignity, and Purposeful Living in all that we do.

As an Activity Director you will be responsible for planning, coordinating, and directing the residents’ activity program in accordance with current federal, state, and local regulations to ensure that the emotional, social, and recreational needs are met and maintained on an individual basis. You will find meaningful work in this role with the opportunity to collaborate and make a positive impact every day! Apply Now!

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for managing, directing and supervising all personnel and all operations of the Activity Department.
• Organizes an activity program of both group and individual activities based on the residents’ individualized needs as identified in each resident care plan.
• Maintains a balance of recreational activities including physical, social, religious and educational such as but not limited to creative arts and crafts, movies, parties, cooking, games, field trips, and devotional groups.
• Ensures that group activities are scheduled for a time that would provide for maximum involvement by interested residents. This may include evenings and weekend activities.
• Assists in the development of departmental policies and procedures which govern the activity department.

Benefits:

• Paid time off (on an accrual basis)
• Paid holidays (premium pay if scheduled to work the holiday)
• Paid sick time (New York)
• 401k (Employer matched)
• Employer contributed Medical, Dental, and vision insurance
• Employer paid life insurance
• Paid training opportunities
• Education Assistance plans
• Employee pharmacy program
• Special employee recognition and giveaways

Qualifications:

• High School Diploma or GED/TASC required.
• Bachelors Degree preferred.
• Experience working with the geriatric population and/or in a recreational setting is preferred.
• Ability to lift over 60 pounds, stand, walk, sit, bend, and twist.
• Ability to prioritize and coordinate tasks and assignments.
• Ability to interact appropriately and professionally with staff, residents, vendors, and volunteers.

If you have a passion for service, work life balance, and enjoy working with others, we want to speak with you! Apply now!

• A full written job description is available upon request