Activities director Jobs in Providence, RI

Sunnyview Nursing Home -

Join Our Team as an Activities Director at Sunny View Nursing Home!

Are you a passionate and innovative professional eager to enrich the lives of seniors? Sunny View Nursing Home, a respected 57-bed facility in Lincoln, Rhode Island, is seeking a dynamic Activities Director to lead our vibrant resident programs. We are deeply committed to prioritizing patient care above all else and deeply appreciate the trust and confidence our residents and their families place in us.

At Sunny View, we believe in fostering a vibrant and engaging community. As our Activities Director, you'll be instrumental in shaping a rich social calendar, creating memorable experiences for our residents both on and off-premises. Our diverse activities include:

• Game Nights: Bingo, Wheel of Fortune, and Jeopardy

• Social Gatherings: Pizza Parties, Wine and Cheese Parties, and Football Sundays

• Outings: Bus trips to various Rhode Island destinations, such as restaurants and shopping centers

• Discussions: Engaging group discussions about current events, often enjoyed on our patio during spring and summer

Throughout the year, you'll also lead the celebration of memorable special events and theme parties, such as:

• St. Patty’s Day Luncheon

• 4th of July Summer Party

• Veterans Day Luncheon

• Cinco De Mayo Celebration

• Halloween

• Family and Friends Christmas Party

If you are a creative, empathetic leader who takes pride in cultivating a stimulating and joyful environment for seniors, we encourage you to apply. Come contribute to a facility where your work directly enhances the comfort, engagement, and quality of life for our cherished residents.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Human Services, Psychology, or a related field is preferred.

• Experience:

  • Minimum of two years of experience working with geriatrics or frail residents.

  • Prior experience as an activities leader is highly valued.

• Certifications:

  • Certified Therapeutic Recreational Specialist (CTRS) preferred. Candidates actively enrolled in a CTRS program and seeking certification will be considered, provided they work under the supervision of a certified individual for a minimum of 8 hours per week.

Special Requirements

• Knowledge & Skills:

  • Comprehensive understanding of the mental, physical, and recreational needs and limitations of the geriatric population.

  • Proficiency in reading, writing, and speaking the English language.

  • Ability to make independent decisions and exercise sound judgment in daily responsibilities.

  • Exceptional interpersonal skills to interact tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, and the general public, while coping with the mental and emotional stress of residents and the position.

  • Possess patience, tact, a cheerful disposition, and enthusiasm, with a willingness to engage residents at their individual maturity levels.

  • Ability to seek out new methods and principles and integrate them into existing activity programs.

  • Sincere desire to work with the aged, disabled, and geriatric population.

  • Understanding of the social, psychological, and recreational needs of the aged.

• Licensure: Must possess a valid state driver’s license and be eligible for facility auto insurance coverage.

• Availability: Willingness to work days, evenings, weekends, and holidays as required to meet program needs.

Physical Demands

The role involves physical activities such as lifting equipment and supplies. The Activities Director will frequently stand, sit, walk, reach, bend, kneel, push, pull, and move intermittently throughout the workday in well-lighted and ventilated areas. The position operates in all areas of the facility and is subject to frequent interruptions, exposure to infectious diseases, substances, and odors. Candidates must be economical and careful with supplies, equipment, and materials. Essential sight and hearing senses, with or without prosthetics, are required to fulfill job duties. Applicants must be in good general health and demonstrate emotional stability, with the ability to relate to and work, under all conditions and circumstances, with the ill, disabled, elderly, emotionally upset, and at times hostile individuals within the facility.

Ready to make a meaningful difference in the lives of our residents? We encourage you to apply today!