Activity Director

: Your talents, skills and heart are in high demand.
Join our team of collaborative healthcare professionals and work closely with a cross-functional team to create an environment of quality health and wellness of the minds, bodies and spirit of our residents.
APPLY TODAY! About Us Over the past 20 years, Nexion has grown to 56 affiliate skilled nursing and rehabilitation, as well as assisted living facilities in Louisiana, Mississippi and Texas.
Our collaborative and compassionate culture provides a platform for team members to share their talents and skills to facilitate continuous improvement across the entire organization.
Nexion has also taken an active stance for diversity and inclusion by establishing a Diversity Task Force to tear down divisive barriers and build unity of cultures and purpose.
Our commitment to excellence begins with the unity of our team for the care of our residents, which is reflected in our positive clinical outcomes, resident and family member testimonials, customer satisfaction ratings, AHCA Quality Awards and the advancement and tenure of our associates.
We invite you to experience the Nexion culture and grow with us.
Summary: The primary purpose of this position is to plan, organize, develop and direct the overall operation of the Activity Department in accordance with current federal, state and local standards, guidelines and regulations, or established policies and procedures, and as may be directed by the Administrator and/or Activity Consultant, to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental and psychological well-being of each resident.
The Activity Director is delegated the administrative authority, responsibility, and accountability necessary for carrying out your assigned duties.
Responsibilities: * Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the activity program; * Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations, as well as professional standards of practice; * Participate in community planning related to the interests of the facility and the services and needs of the resident and family.
* Participates in specific committees or work teams (e.
g.
QAPI, Staffing) as requested.
: Requirements: * Certification as an Activity Director * High school diploma or equivalent * Complete familiarity with duties of an Activity Director * Highly motivated self -starter * Effective communication and interpersonal skills needed Benefits:: * Excellent benefits package * Competitive wages * Great work environment * Opportunity to make a difference in the community EOE M/F/D/V