Bickford Senior Living · 1 day ago
Activities Director
Iowa City, IA
Part-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$18/hr - $18/hrBickford Senior Living is a community dedicated to enriching the happiness of its residents. The Activities Director is responsible for planning and implementing engaging activities that enhance the quality of life for seniors, ensuring a fun and fulfilling environment.
Assisted LivingElder CareHealth CareWellness
Responsibilities
Plan and implement activities in the following categories: physical (exercise), social, recreational, intellectual/educational, creative, entertainment, and special requests of the residents
Conduct/lead activities as needed
Develop activities according to residents’ lifestyle choices
Invite and/or remind residents to participate in planned activities
Chaperone activities outside the community
Operate a Bickford vehicle to transport residents to activities where applicable
Train, support, and instruct other team members to conduct activities
Develop a Monthly Activity Calendar that incorporates activities 7 days per week and includes evening and weekend activities
Plan, coordinate, and implement decoration of the community for special events, seasons and holidays
Coordinate food needs for scheduled activities with the kitchen
Operate activity program within Branch budget guidelines
Qualification
Required
High-school diploma or GED required
A valid driver's license and a driving record consistent with Bickford's insurance carrier guidelines
Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel), with the ability to learn new applications
Possess written and verbal skills for effective communication
Competent in organizational and time management skills
Demonstrates good judgment, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Preferred
Bachelor's degree in recreation or other health care related field preferred
A Certification in Assisted Living Activities is preferred but required
Benefits
Full-time employees are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products)
Part-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability
Benefits start the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment!
Prescription savings plans
All employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer match
Pay available daily
Company
Bickford Senior Living
Bickford Senior Living manages and operates independent living, assisted living, and memory care branches.
Founded in 1991
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
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2023-08-10
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