Activities Director

2 weeks ago

Drums, United States Providence Place Senior Living Full time
Job DescriptionJob DescriptionProvidence Place of Drums (Hazleton) is seeking to recruit a dynamic, energetic and compassionate individual to lead purposeful and engaging activities. The Activities Director (Community Life) works in conjunction with Activities Associates to create a multi-faceted calendar of events that encourages individuality, participation and leadership. Creates and maintains a diversified spectrum of community partnerships to provide opportunities for volunteering, purposeful service, intergenerational programming, lifelong learning and resident led activities.
Full Time Position: 8:30 am - 5:00 pm and some evenings required (10:30 am-7 pm). Must be able to work EOW/EOH.

Critical Success Factors:

  • Able to communicate a clear vision of the Activities program.
  • Has established a bank of local and regional resources.
  • Possess the confidence needed to establish and develop new community partnerships.
  • Demonstrated skill in training, supervising and evaluating. Knowledge of staffing and scheduling.
  • Must have strong organizational skills, including the ability to handle multiple tasks concurrently and prioritize when necessary.
  • Strong leadership skills, ability to set goals and direct others to achievement.
  • Successful experience with problem solving.

Minimum Qualifications:

  • High School diploma or GED. College degree in recreation or therapeutic recreation or equivalent preferred.
  • Must be capable of operating a variety of company activities-related equipment (ranging from passenger vehicles such as a 14 passenger bus to office equipment, kitchen equipment, gardening tools, games and sports equipment).
  • Must have a valid drivers license and clean driving record.
  • Previous experience in group socialization or recreational programs required.
  • Basic computer skills required.
  • Previous management experience preferred.
  • Activity Director Certification preferred.

Excellent benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401K plus match, PTO, your Birthday as a holiday and much more

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