Job description

***HIRING IMMEDIATELY***

Starting at $45,000 per year exempt/salaried position

Schedule Monday thru Friday, 8a-5p

Must be able to work evenings and weekends as needed

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Director Certification required to meet CMS requirements

Somerfield Health Center at The Heritage at Brentwood is currently seeking a full-time Activities Director to provide overall development and implementation of a varied activity program that meets the physical, emotional, and spiritual needs of health center residents. Somerfield at The Heritage is a 5-star, 66-bed skilled nursing facility and 11-bed assisted living facility on the beautiful campus of The Heritage at Brentwood in TN. We offer a lifestyle of dignity, comfort, support, and activity, while providing families with peace of mind.

Job Responsibilities

• As the Activities Coordinator, coordinates and provides recreation activities that may include, but are not limited to, reality orientation, current events, discussion groups, re-motivation therapy, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, outings, special events and one-on-one visitation
• Reviews residents’ activity needs and plans total recreation program based on individual needs and resident interest
• Supervises 5-6 activity partners/therapeutic recreation assistants on the health center activity team
• Coordinates Resident Council and family meetings to address special interests and provide educational opportunities
• Provides and maintains pertinent medical records, reports, studies, and schedules in accordance with state and federal regulations for skilled nursing facility
• Responsible for budget preparation and inventory, supplies and equipment
• Responsible for networking, selection, and contract negotiations for outside providers
• Coordinates activities with other departments as needed

Qualifications

• College degree preferred
• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist, certified activities director, occupational therapist or occupational therapy assistant experience preferred
• Minimum 2 years’ experience in social or recreational program in licensed health care setting within last five years with at least 1 years’ experience in long-term care setting preferred
• Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Director Certification required to meet CMS requirements
• Expertise in Microsoft Office (e.g., Word, Excel), online graphics, and electronic medical records preferred
• Excellent customer service and hospitality skills
• Able to interact and engage with geriatric population
• Strong creativity and organization skills
• Able to work as part of a team and to handle multiple tasks safely and effectively
• Able to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff
• Able to maintain professionalism and work well with others
• Fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or approved exemption required

Benefits

• DailyPay – Work today, get paid today!
• Medical, dental, vision, voluntary life & short-term disability
• Employer-paid basic life and long-term disability
• Employee Referral Bonus Program
• PTO & Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan
• Paid license renewal after 2 years of employment

Visit our website: https://www.theheritagelcs.com/careers/

Pre-employment criminal background check and drug screening are required.

An Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $45,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Employee discount
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Referral program
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday
• Weekend availability

Application Question(s):

• Are you fully vaccinated for COVID-19? Must answer to be considered

Experience:

• therapeutic recreation or occupational therapy: 1 year (Preferred)
• health care setting: 2 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• CTRS or Activity Director Certification (Required)

Work Location: One location

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