Activity Director – Make a Lasting Impact on Residents' Lives
Location: Paul House & Healthcare Center - Chicago, IL
Shifts: Varies
Next Day Pay Available!
Do you have a passion for enhancing the lives of others through engaging activities?
We’re looking for an Activity Director who will bring energy, creativity, and compassion to planning and organizing enriching activities for our residents. This is a great opportunity to be a key member of our team and help foster a warm, active, and fulfilling environment for those in our care.
Why Work Here?
- Next Day Pay – Get paid quickly, the very next day
- Be part of a supportive, caring team dedicated to enhancing residents’ quality of life
- Creative and dynamic role that impacts residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being
- Learn and grow in your career with ongoing support and opportunities for advancement
- Help create a positive environment where residents feel seen, heard, and valued
Your Role Includes:
Planning & Implementing Activities : Design and carry out engaging individual and group activities to meet residents' physical, social, emotional, and cognitive needs
Promoting Health & Social Interaction : Organize events that promote overall well-being, including physical activities, arts and crafts, social events, and mental stimulation
Incorporating Residents' Interests : Tailor activities to residents’ interests and life experiences to ensure meaningful participation
Fostering Self-Expression : Provide opportunities for residents to express themselves and engage in choices that matter to them
Community Engagement : Work with local organizations and resources to bring external activities and experiences into the facility
Resident Assessments & Care Plans : Document progress and tailor activities to residents' changing needs and preferences
Team Leadership : Supervise and support Activity Aides, ensuring they understand their duties and follow through with documentation and work practices
Coordinating Religious & Cultural Services : Help plan and oversee services to cater to residents’ spiritual needs
Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s Degree in Recreation Therapy (or equivalent experience)
- Eligible for registration as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist with the National Therapeutic Recreation Society
- 2+ years of experience in a social or recreational program, with at least 1 year in a healthcare or long-term care setting
- Ability to engage and connect with residents from all walks of life
- Valid background check and no history of abuse or neglect
- Strong organizational and communication skills
Spanish speaking Preferred
Additional Skills & Abilities:
Ability to make calculations and follow detailed oral and written instructions
Ability to work in a team-oriented and dynamic environment
Flexibility to adapt and implement activities that cater to all residents' needs, including those with special or adaptive needs
Setting:
Long-Term Care Facility | Nursing Home Environment
Join a warm, dynamic team where your work makes a direct impact on the lives of residents
Full-Time
Ready to make a difference? If you’re a dedicated and enthusiastic individual who loves to create fun, engaging, and impactful activities, we’d love to have you join our team!
Apply today to help make our residents' days brighter and more meaningful – with Next Day Pay to help you get started right away.
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