Activity Director

pstrongemStarting at $18/em/strong/p pstrongemJoin our DYNAMIC team at Bickford Senior Living as a Montessori Engagement Coordinator!nbsp;/em/strong/p pstrongemThe Montessori Engagement Coordinator is responsible for all things related to resident activities at the Branch. This includes coordinating and providing engaging and purpose-filled events and activities.nbsp;/em/strong/p pstrongemThis position offers a full suite of benefits options that vary based on employment status. Some of the benefits include, but are not limited to:nbsp;/em/strong/p ul liemFull-time employees are eligible for all benefits (medical, dental, vision, and voluntary products)nbsp;/em/li /ul ul liemPart-time employees (29 or fewer hours per week) are eligible for Voluntary Life, Voluntary Short-Term Disability, Voluntary Long-Term Disability, Accident, Critical Illness, Identity Protection, and Cyber Monitoring/em/li /ul ul liemBenefits start the 1/ememst/emem of the month following 30 days of employment!nbsp;/em/li liemPrescription savings plans/em/li liemAll employees are eligible for 401(k) with employer matchnbsp;/em/li liemPay available daily/em/li /ul pem"There is no higher calling, no greater purpose than a caregiver. Somehow, wersquo;ve come to believe that caregiving is just for some of us and not all. Yet, at our core, we are all made to love, connect, to extend ourselves in service to others. The question ishellip; do we have the will to love, do what it takes, and risk ourselves in caring, even when the burden is great? In times of happiness and sadness, we are that caregiverrdquo; - www.bickfordseniorliving.com/caregivers-manifesto/em/p pstrong **/strong Must hold a valid driverrsquo;s license and be insurable by insurance company guidelinesstrong**/strong/p pstrongRESPONSIBILITIES amp; QUALIFICATIONS/strong/p pstrongResponsibilities:/strong/p ul listrongCalendar amp; Social Media:/strong Create and ensure posting of the Daily HappYnings; post blog entries weekly, create a monthly activity calendar including weekend and evening activities./li listrongMontessori Program/Lifestyle Development:/strong Design and implement a diverse range of activities that align with Montessori principles, focusing on sensory engagement, practical life skills, and cognitive stimulation./li ul liBe able to explain ldquo;what is Montessorirdquo; in your own words. Goal: Speak about Montessori Inspired Lifestyle from an authentic, first-person perspective./li /ul listrongResident-Centered Approach:/strong Tailor activities to meet the individual needs and preferences of residents, fostering a sense of purpose and autonomy./li ul liKnow and practice the 12 Principles of Montessori when engaging with residents/li /ul listrongCollaboration:/strong Work closely with caregivers, nursing staff, and family members to ensure activities are integrated into the residents' daily routines and care plans./li listrongTraining and Support:/strong Provide training and guidance to staff on Montessori methods and the importance of activity-based care for residents with dementia./li ul liPositively encourage your peers to maintain Montessori as their mission/li /ul listrongEvaluation and Adaptation:/strong Regularly assess the effectiveness of activities and make necessary adjustments to meet the evolving needs of residents./li listrongDocumentation:/strong Maintain accurate records of resident participation and progress, and report on the outcomes of activity programs./li listrongCommunity Engagement:/strong Plan and chaperone appropriate community outings, ensuring residents' safety and enjoyment./li listrongSpecial Events:/strong Create the appropriate activities and environment celebrating themed meals, holidays, and special events./li listrongInterdisciplinary Team Meetings:/strong Participate in interdisciplinary team meetings and contribute to the development of resident care plans./li /ul pstrongQualifications:/strong/p ul listrongEducation:/strong Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Social Work, or a related field preferred./li listrongExperience:/strong Minimum of 2 years of experience in activity planning for seniors, preferably in a dementia care setting. Experience with Montessori methods is highly desirable./li listrongSkills:/strong Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills. Ability to work collaboratively in a team environment./li listrongCertifications:/strong Certified Activity Director (ADC) or equivalent certification preferred, or certification required by state./li /ul pstrongABOUT BICKFORD SENIOR LIVING:nbsp;/strong/p pBickford Senior Living is a community of caregivers who are dedicated to doing whatever it takes to enrich our residentrsquo;s happiness. Founded in 1991 in Olathe, Kansas, by the Eby Family. Mary Bickford, the matriarch of the family, was the first resident of a Bickford Branch and our namesake. That location became the start of a tradition of caring that has extended to over 50 locations in 7 states. Although Bickford Senior Living has grown in sizehellip; we pride ourselves in the family environment that is the foundation on which Bickford has served thousands of residents and employees throughout the years./p pwww.bickfordseniorliving.com/our-story/p pstrongemAt Bickford, you willhellip;/em/strongbr /br /strongMake a Difference Every Day/strongbr /We are passionate about our mission mdash; to champion quality of life for all seniors. We deliver high-quality care with a personal touch and encourage our residents to enjoy life to the fullest./p pstrongBe Part of a Uniquely Supportive Community/strongbr /The care-focused environment we create for residents extends to our team members. We offer programs, rewards, and benefits to help you live your best./p pstrongIgnite Your Potential/strongbr /We believe potential has no limits. We offer best-in-class leadership development programs designed to grow our leaders. We are committed to helping our team members achieve their career goals./p pbr /br //p pimg src="https://iili.io/Kk6NSpI.th.png" alt="" width="298" height="335" //p