Religious Activities and Education Director jobs in Boulder, CO

Are you a person who believes in providing great care? Do you believe in having a positive impact on other people's lives? Are you a team-player, quick-thinker, and ready to be a part of an organization that supports your growth?

WHAT WE'RE ABOUT

We believe care goes beyond a medical chart. With kindness and integrity as our guide, we strive for excellence in every interaction.

Requirements:

You care.

Director of Activities Perks:

• Generous Bonuses
• Growth Opportunities - DOUBLE your salary
• Health Benefits

Position Summary

Develop, plan, organize and direct the implementation of activity/recreation programs in accordance with current state and federal guidelines and regulations, and Company policies and procedures. Programs are designed in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, spiritual and psychosocial well-being of each resident.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

• Plans, implements, directs and evaluates the Activity Programs to ensure all residents' assessed needs are met.
• Interviews residents/families as necessary in a private setting, provides information regarding activity programs and involves them in planning activities when possible. Maintains contact with resident's family, involving them with nonmedical progress reports as necessary.
• Completes a comprehensive assessment of the activity needs of each resident including background, interests, abilities, physical and mental limitations, and strengths. Ensures that a current resident activity schedule is maintained for each resident. Coordinates with Charge Nurse in assisting resident with selection of activity in compliance with physician's orders.
• Develops monthly activity calendar providing a variety of activities are available to meet the needs of the residents. Ensures calendars are posted/distributed by the 1st of the month. Posts changes to calendar in accordance with state and federal regulations.
• Conducts and/or supervises both group and one-on-one activities. Schedule movies, plans parties and provides games for residents.
• Provides adapted material for the impaired residents including but not limited to Braille reading material, tapes and records to ensure maximum participation in activities.

Qualifications

• 2-4 years' experience working with an adult population in healthcare setting, delivering activity therapy required
• Bachelor's degree from accredited college and certification or training in therapeutic recreation preferred
• Supervisory experience desirable.
• Must have valid driver's license, clear DMV record, and be insurable under Company's insurance policy
• Must be able to read, write and speak the English language sufficiently to perform the essential functions of the job
• Must be knowledgeable of nursing/medical practices and procedures, and/or terminology, laws, regulations, and the guidelines that pertain to long-term care
• Strong communication skills, both one-on-one and in a group, and ability to listen and respond to questions effectively
• Ability to inspire trust and respect, and mobilize others
• Sufficient computer skills including proficiency in Microsoft Office, Outlook, and /or Internet to perform required duties

Benefits:

• Medical insurance with Rx benefits
• Dental insurance
• Vision care
• Paid vacation