Recreational Therapist/Activities Director - The Laurels of Galesburg
Galesburg, MI 49053
About the Job
Do you have a passion for working with seniors? Are you a good communicator, have a fun-loving attitude and enjoy planning events?
When you join us as the Activities Director at Regency at Livonia, you’ll manage an ongoing program of activities designed to meet the interests and physical, mental and psychological wellbeing of each guest.
At Ciena Healthcare, we take care of you too, with an attractive benefit package including:
- Competitive pay
- Life Insurance
- 401K with matching funds
- Health insurance
- AFLAC
- Employee discounts
- Tuition Reimbursement
You will join an experienced, hard-working team that values communication and strong teamwork abilities.
Responsibilities
Complete assessments and develop care plans to design activities that are multi-faceted, meet guests’ functional levels, and reflect the needs and interests of each guest.
- Offer activities that engage and involve facility, staff, volunteers and visitors.
- Assist with escorting guests to and from activities.
- Post monthly activity calendars
- Manage Activities Assistants in facilitating guest engagement in activities.
Qualifications
- Licensed or registered, if applicable, by the State in which practicing; and
- Is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional OR
- Has two years of experience in a social or recreational program OR
- Is a qualified occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant; or
- Has completed a training course approved by the State
- High school diploma required
About Ciena Healthcare
Ciena Healthcare is Michigan’s largest provider of skilled nursing and rehabilitation care services.
We serve our residents with compassion, concern, and excellence, believing that every one of them is a unique person who deserves our best each day that we care for them. If you have a passion for improving the lives of those around you and working with others who feel the same way, Ciena is the place for you!
