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Buckner International

Activities Director - Skilled Nursing Beaumont, Texas, United States

Buckner International, Beaumont, Texas, us, 77726


Shine hope in the lives of the most vulnerable

Want to know you're truly making a difference by helping people in need? Consider a nonprofit career with Buckner at one of our locations throughout Texas. Some roles are onsite, hybrid or remote.Each role at Buckner impacts the lives served and the hope given to positively impact our world.Location:

Beaumont, TX - OnsiteJob Schedule:

Full-TimeWe are seeking an Activities Director to join our community committed to delivering outstanding service to our residents. As an Activities Director, you will play an important role in all phases of resident care and implementation of programs that meet or exceed Buckner quality, service, and hospitality standards. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!What you'll do:Regularly survey and interview residents and work with resident-led committee to determine the residents’ past and present interests, talents, and their satisfaction with community programs and activities.Develop and implement activities for the residents in accordance with their needs. Recognize the individuality, diversity, and spirituality of all residents when planning activities and celebrating holiday functions.Provide quality activities to residents in an environment which promotes their rights, dignity, freedom of choice, and their individuality.Provide individualized attention to each resident to encourage each resident’s ability to maintain or attain the highest practical physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing.Assist in developing and coordinating activities and programs for residents including games, reading, listening, and organizing community involvement.Attend to the individual needs of residents which includes providing assistance with communications application, technology-based requests activities, and identifying residents’ reactions to the various activities.Use initiative and judgment to adapt programs to meet the needs of individual residents as well as the changing conditions of each resident.What you’ll bring:Requires in-depth understanding of a comprehensive field of knowledge normally associated with the attainment of a High School Diploma (or G.E.D.). Prior related experience in wellness, fitness, or recreational therapy in senior living preferred. Sales and marketing experience preferred.Requires proficient working knowledge of the aging process as it relates to senior adults in an independent living setting.Requires knowledge of residents’ rights and ability to ensure an atmosphere which allows for the privacy, dignity, and well-being of all residents in a safe, secure environment.Requires ability to organize activities and work with other departments and/or units to implement the activities.Requires ability to encourage teamwork with residents and/or staff members.Requires ability to effectively communicate with residents, staff members, family members, visitors, and the public utilizing excellent customer service skills.Requires proficient ability to speak, read, and write English.Requires ability to work independently with moderate supervision; ability to adapt to changing conditions and frequent demands; ability to acquire new knowledge.The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.About Buckner Retirement Services:Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.

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