Religious Activities and Education Director jobs in Gary, IN

We rely on our Activities Director to ensure the development, organization, and coordination of the center and community resources to provide comprehensive Activity Services and programs that meet the needs and interests of each resident.

Why Work For Us?

• Excellent pay with multiple incentives:
  • Pick up bonus
  • More available, ask us for details! 

• Excellent Health Benefits Packages
• Career advancement opportunities
• Education reimbursement program of up to $7,500 per year 
• Flexible scheduling available

Benefits & Conditions:

• No waiting period for enrollment
• Three health plan options
• Delta Dental
• VSP Vision
• Free Basic Life Insurance
• Disability, Critical Illness, Accident & Legal Coverage
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program

Responsibilities:

• Interview and assess all residents prior to the initial Care Plan Conference; document this information in the medical record, develop an individual recreation plan based on the assessment and participate in Inter­disciplinary Care Plan meetings
• Update assessments and plans as needed and required by state or federal regulations
• Develop monthly recre­ation program calendars that reflect and meet the needs of facility residents
• Communicate facility programs to resi­dents, staff, family and volunteers
• Manage facility Volunteer Program
• Maintain departmental documenta­tion that reflects services provided and resident progress towards goals
• In coordination with social services facilitate the residents in the organization and contin­ued development of a Resident's Council
• Make job assignments and set priorities
• Serve as member of QAA committee

Qualifications:

• As required by the state, currently licensed or registered in the state of practice as Activities Director, Social Worker, Occupational Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA),
• Minimum two (2) years’ experience in social or recreational program within the last five (5) years
• Minimum one (1) year full-time experience in health care activities program
• Certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist preferred