Activity and Social Services Director

Job Description

Job Description

Location: Silver Memories Healthcare – Versailles, IN

Silver Memories Healthcare is seeking a dedicated Social Services Designee/Activity Director to join our skilled nursing facility in Versailles, IN.

The Social Services Designee/Activity Director serves as a liaison and advocate for residents’ social interests and is responsible for planning, organizing, implementing, evaluating, and directing the overall operations of the Social Services Department and Activities Department.

Position Details

• Full-Time

Job Functions

• Develop comprehensive social assessments and care plans identifying residents’ medically related social and emotional needs with realistic goals and interventions

• Actively participate in pre-admission and admission processes

• Provide compassionate support to residents and families during adjustment, crisis, or special circumstances

• Maintain accurate documentation of residents’ behavioral and psychosocial status

• Provide individual and group support services for residents and families

• Establish and grow a volunteer program to meet social service needs

• Orient residents and families to the facility and assist with transition and adjustment

• Plan and schedule engaging activities such as movies, parties, games, crafts, projects, and field trips, with activity calendars prepared at least one month in advance

• Assess and monitor residents’ spiritual, social, recreational, and emotional needs through routine visits and discussions with residents and their families

• Encourage residents to improve physical, cognitive, and social skills through participation in activities

• Collaborate with nursing supervisors to ensure activities align with physicians’ orders and care plans

• Assist with resident shopping requests and support facility programs as needed

• Coordinate and facilitate monthly Resident Council meetings

• Document resident participation and activity updates in PCC (PointClickCare)

• Work with the interdisciplinary team to develop meaningful, resident-centered programs

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of social service practices, procedures, laws, and regulations in long-term care

• Social Services Designee Certification

• Previous long term care facility experience preferred

• Ability to work independently with strong interpersonal and communication skills

Benefits

We offer a comprehensive and affordable benefits package, including:

• Medical and Prescription Drug Coverage

• Dental and Vision Care

• Telemedicine Program

• Company-Paid Group Life Insurance

• Voluntary Term Life Insurance and Short-Term Disability

• 401(k) Savings Plan

• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

• Paid Time Off (vacation, personal, sick, and state sick leave)

Additional Perks

• DailyPay: Access your earned wages as they accrue (nominal fee may apply)

Education Assistance – New Benefit

• Up to $5,250 per year toward tuition*

• Up to $2,625 per year toward repayment of a non-federal nursing student loan*

*Benefits, bonuses, and variable compensation plans are based on applicable state law and may vary by employment classification, job grade, location, and length of service.

Join our team and help make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents every day. Apply today!

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