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Magnolia Health Systems

Supports nursing facilities and senior care operations

Special Care Activity Director

Medical, Clinical & VeterinaryConfirmed live in the last 24 hours
Full-timeWinchester, IN, USAIn-person

About the Job

Requirements

  • A high school diploma or equivalent is required.
  • A valid Indiana driver's license is required.
  • Completion of a state-approved Activity Program Training Course, qualification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist, or qualification as an Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant is required.
  • The candidate must be able to read and write in English and communicate with residents, families, personnel, and support agencies.
  • The candidate must remain calm under stress.
  • The candidate must complete at least 12 hours of dementia-specific training within three months of employment and at least 6 hours annually thereafter.
  • The candidate must be able to adapt activities to residents with varying cognitive and physical abilities.
  • Knowledge of Alzheimer's disease, dementia, and age-related cognitive changes is required.
  • The candidate must be capable of extended periods of standing and bending.

Responsibilities

  • Assess Special Care Unit residents individually and formulate care plans based on their life histories, interests, cognitive abilities, and functional levels.
  • Develop and implement specialized activity programs for residents with specialized care needs, including Alzheimer's disease and dementia.
  • Promote a positive, structured, and supportive environment that encourages independence, dignity, and meaningful engagement.
  • Supervise and provide direction to activity department staff assigned to the Special Care Unit.
  • Collaborate with nursing, social services, and the interdisciplinary care team.
  • Advise the Administrator on the number and qualifications of activities personnel needed to meet residents' needs, and on the supplies and equipment required to fulfill the specialized care activities program's objectives.

Desired Qualifications

  • Previous experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or memory care is preferred.

About the Company

Magnolia Health Systems

Supports nursing facilities and senior care operations

Magnolia Health Systems supports care facilities in Indiana through corporate services and teams working in assisted living, skilled nursing, and pediatric care. Its accounting office handles accounts receivable, accounts payable, payroll, and general ledger work for long-term care, assisted living, and independent living facilities. The organization recruits clinical, administrative, maintenance, dietary, and technology staff for named care locations as well as its central office. Its recruiting network also includes Keystone Nursing Academy, which teaches a practical nursing program through classroom, clinical, and simulation instruction. The company is headquartered in Indianapolis, Indiana.

Company size
1,001-5,000
Company stage
Not listed
Total funding
Not listed
Headquarters
Indianapolis, IN
Founded
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