Activities Director - Morgan Park Nursing and Rehab
Chicago, IL 60628
About the Job
Now hiring Activities Director to join our team at Morgan Park Healthcare!
We have beencertified as a Great Place to Work for the second year in a row!
Morgan Park Healthcare is looking for high level activity talent to bring the daily living experience to new levels for our residents/patients. One of the most important part of their day is interacting with others through daily happenings with staff and other residents. It is a time to visit with others and enjoy something different in their day. Our activities staff is the key to making all that possible.
At Morgan Park, we value the contributions of every care provider and team member. We are dedicated to creating a positive and productive professional environment where all are empowered to grow and thrive.
The Activities Director will:
- Develop an ongoing program for group and individual activities based on the residents’ needs, interest, and abilities as identified in assessment / care plans
- Participate in care plan meetings
- Complete required record keeping upon resident admission, discharge, transfer; chart and document per facility policy
- Create the activity calendar
- Provide training and in-services
- Implement and maintain established policies and procedures
- Guide, lead and provide motivation for participation in Resident Council, schedule monthly meetings
- Lead, establish, supervise and maintain the volunteer program
Activities Directormust have the following:
- Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist or an activities professional, who is eligible for certification
- 1 - 2 years’ experience in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting
Activities Director Benefits:
Morgan Park rewards its professionals for their hard work and dedication with DAILY PAY option, tuition grant, comprehensive benefit and incentives program including enhanced generous paid time off, medical, dental, vision, short term and long-term disability, life insurance and much more. We provide competitive pay, and a multitude of opportunities for career advancement, and personal growth.