Activities Director

Activities Director St. Luke Lutheran Community is seeking a full-time Activities Director for our large North Canton Campus. The qualified candidate will be highly energetic, creative, kind, have strong leadership skills, and love working side by side with a team and the residents to discover their strengths and purpose. Activities Director Details: Full-time/Primarily Days Starting at $55,000/annually (based on certifications and experience) Activities Director Responsibilities: Plan, coordinate, and implement a variety of engaging activities for nursing home residents, with a focus on enhancing quality of life Create and distribute monthly activity calendars tailored to residents' interests, abilities, and care plans Conduct individual resident assessments and update care plans to reflect preferences and participation Supervise and schedule activities staff and volunteers; provide ongoing training and support Organize on-site events, outings, games, crafts, exercise programs, and special celebrations Communicate regularly with residents, families, and staff to promote engagement and gather feedback Maintain accurate documentation of attendance, progress notes, and activity outcomes Ensure activities comply with state and federal regulations, including CMS guidelines Manage department budget and order necessary supplies within approved limits Participate in interdisciplinary care meetings and contribute to resident-centered planning Coordinate with community groups, entertainers, and volunteers to enhance programming Prepare for inspections and surveys by maintaining compliance-ready records and documentation Activities Director Qualifications: Experience in Therapeutic Recreation or related field Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is licensed by this state and is eligible for certification as a recreation specialist or activities professional Recent experience in a social or recreation program (preferably in healthcare) and supervisory experience preferred Must have basic understanding of the needs of elderly CDP preferred, STNA a plus Activities Director Employment Benefits: Group Health, Dental, Vision Flexible-spending Account (FSA) Company-sponsored Life & Short-term Disability 403b w/company match Voluntary Hospital, Accident, & Critical Illness Plans Paid Holidays Generous Paid Time-off (PTO) Program The Activities Director will complete a pre-employment physical and BCI fingerprinting background check. We are a drug-free/smoke-free/vape-free facility and Direct Deposit is required. St. Luke Lutheran Community is an Equal Opportunity Employer (EOE). #J-18808-Ljbffr