Activity Director | Hiring Now! - Vernon Health & Rehabilitation

***We are always looking for caring people with a passion for excellence - Join the Vernon Manor team! ***

We are actively seeking a compassionate and dedicated Activity Director to join our Vernon Manor team!

Our staff are our most valuable asset. Here’s what they are saying about us -

“Everyone on the team is so supportive of each other. Even the CEO knows my name and asks me how my kids are doing! This team is home for me.” – CNA, South Bend, IN

“I enjoy working so closely with the residents. They bring as much comfort to me as I do to them. This is a unique building with a great family feel.” – RN, Gary, IN

What do we know makes us different? Here’s what you can count on from us!

• Vernon Manor is a small facility with a close-knit, supportive, and collaborative team
• We care deeply for our residents and families, our employees, and the communities we serve
• We train and build our people and genuinely invest in their professional growth
•  Our culture is rooted in:
  • Trust
  • Excellence
  •  Service Leadership
  • Working Together    
• We always deliver the best possible care for our residents and families
• We appreciate and celebrate the contributions made by all of the individuals on our teams

Are you a driven to give your best to make a difference in the lives of others? Are you looking for an opportunity to join a team that will support your growth and champion your hard work and dedication? Then this is a great opportunity for YOU and we’d like to hear from you! As an Activity Director, you will work closely with our team to provide compassionate and expert care to the residents of our facility. We look forward to connecting with you soon!

Shifts Available: Day Shift - FT - hiring now!

Competitive Pay and Bonus Potential!

Salary – $18.00 to $22.00/hr (based on skills and years of experience)

QUALIFICATIONS

The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.

1. High school graduate or equivalent.

2. Completed training course approved by state of employment and obtain certification.

3. Caring person with a desire to work with the frail and elderly.

4. Preferably previous activities experience in a nursing facility.

5. Ability to prioritize duties.

6. Ability to work as part of a team and leader.

7. Ability to establish and maintain optimum rapport with residents, family members and regulatory agencies.

8. Ability to utilize computers and other electronic devices for tasks such as timekeeping, in-servicing and documentation.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

a. Plan, organize and coordinate an activity program according to established policies.

b. Plan group and individual activities designed to restore self-care and well-being and geared to the individual's needs and interest.

c. Develop an appropriate plan of activities for, and visit residents who are bedfast, unwilling or unable to participate in group activities.

d. Preparing facility activity calendar.

e. Organize, schedule and supervise activities according to the interests expressed by residents.

f. Select and supervise volunteers, families, community agencies, etc. to develop and maximize the activity program for residents.

g. Supervise and work effectively with other members of the department.

h. Encourage resident assistance with and participation in scheduled activities.

i. Establish and maintain community involvement and create a home-like atmosphere for residents.

j. Transport or oversee the transportation of residents to outside activities.

k. Document observations and plans of action in appropriate records; (ie: MDS, Care Plans).

l. Participate in care plan meetings.

m. Prepare reports and recommendations regarding the operation of the Activities Department.

n. Maintain privacy and confidentiality of records, conditions and other information relating to residents, employees and facility.

o. Perform assigned tasks in accordance with facility guidelines and procedures.

p. Establish and encourage an atmosphere of optimism, warmth and interest in residents' activity preferences and needs.

Join our Vernon Manor team today!

Equal Opportunity Employer

We are proud of our commitment to equal employment opportunity for all qualified job candidates and employees.