Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Activities Supervisor

Residential & Direct SupportConfirmed live in the last 24 hours

Full-timeLarimore, ND, USA$17.50 - $28In-person

About the Job

Requirements

Two years of experience in this field is preferred.
Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics is preferred.
Experience in social services or creative activities is preferred.
A minimum of one year of previous leadership or management experience is preferred.
When working in a skilled long-term care facility, the employee must be eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
Successful completion of an accredited training program approved by the state is preferred.
Depending on work location, current Certified Nurse Assistant certification or current enrollment as a student in a healthcare-related program is preferred.
Basic Life Support is required.
Depending on location, this role may require Sanford Category I or II Driver qualification, a motor vehicle report, proof of a valid driver's license, and medical qualification to perform essential driving functions under Sanford's Driving Policy.

Responsibilities

Create and implement resident activities and events.
Manage activity staff schedules and coordinate volunteer staffing and activities.
Create and review resident care plans related to activities.
Complete activity assessments and Minimum Data Set questions as required.
Report problems, concerns, and information to leadership in an appropriate and timely manner.
Communicate department activities and information to employees.
Provide appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions one-on-one and in groups to improve residents' quality of life.
Administer the monthly activity calendar.
Regularly elicit resident input into activity planning and keep activities organized and upbeat, following state-required activities such as music, craft, and spiritual activities.
Participate in activities such as fishing, nature walks, pet therapy, and music therapy to support residents and help them function at an optimal level while maintaining dignity and identity.
Assist with simple nursing procedures and transport residents to and from rooms.
Develop and motivate people.
Work with strong-willed residents and residents with behavioral issues.
Use critical thinking and problem-solving skills.
Prioritize responsibilities while working autonomously.
Plan and oversee resource utilization and the design of work processes.

Desired Qualifications

An associate degree is preferred.

Sanford Health, the largest rural health system in the United States, is dedicated to transforming the health care experience and providing access to world-class health care in America’s heartland.

Work Shift:

8 Hours - Day Shifts (United States of America)



Scheduled Weekly Hours:

Compensation:

Salary Range: $17.50 - $28.00





Union Position:

Department Details

Come join one of the nation’s largest nonprofit providers of senior care and services since 1922.

At Good Samaritan Larimore, our vision is to provide quality, dependable care at just the right time. You can help us accomplish this!

What’s in it for you:
• An opportunity to tailor activities to residents interests
• Create a place where residents feel know, valued, connected and at home
• Full Time position with day shifts
• Advancement opportunities
• Direct access to your earnings daily
• Robust benefits package (benefits vary based on full-time or part-time status)

Shift Details
• Day shifts
• Weekend coverage if needed

Apply today to learn more!

Summary

Creates and implements resident activities and events. Manages activity staff schedules and coordinates volunteer staffing and activities.

Job Description

Creates and views resident care plans around activities. Completes activity assessments and Minimum Data Set (MDS) questions as required. Reports problems, concerns and information to leadership in an appropriate and timely manner. Communicates department activities and information to employees. Demonstrates excellent written and verbal communication skills. Strives to improve the quality of life for the residents by providing appropriate, meaningful activities and interventions on a one-on-one and/or group basis. Administers the monthly activity calendar. Regularly elicits residents input into activity planning and keeps activities well organized and upbeat, following all state required activities such as music, craft and spiritual activities. Partakes in activities such as fishing, nature walks, pet therapy, music therapy and others in order to support residents and ensure they are functioning at an optimal level while also maintaining dignity and identity. Assists with simple nursing procedures and transporting residents to and from rooms. Demonstrates leadership abilities such as developing and motivating people. Possesses the ability to work with strong willed residents and/or behavioral issues. Maintains strong critical thinking skills and problem solving skills. Prioritizes responsibilities while working autonomously. Plans and oversees the utilization of resources and designs of work processes.

Qualifications

Associate degree preferred.

Two years experience in this field preferred. Knowledge of working with a wide variety of resident demographics. Experience in social services or creative activities. Minimum of one year previous leadership/management experience preferred.

When working in a skilled, long term care facility, must be eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body. Successful completion of an accredited training program approved by state preferred. The following requirements are all dependent upon the on work location: Current Certified Nurse Assistant (CNA) certification or currently enrolled as a student in a healthcare related program preferred. Basic Life Support (BLS). Depending on location, this role classifies as a Sanford Category I or II Driver requiring a motor vehicle report and proof of valid driver’s license. Also must be medically qualified to perform the essential driving functions of this position as per our Sanford Driving Policy.

Sanford is an EEO/AA Employer M/F/Disability/Vet.

If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request an accommodation for help with your online application, please call 1-877-949-5678 or send an email to [email protected].

About the Company

Sanford Health

Nonprofit health system operating hospitals

Sanford Health is a large nonprofit health system that delivers hospital care, elder and post-acute services, and related health care through a network of hospitals, clinics, and senior care facilities across the Midwest. It operates by integrating multiple care settings into one system, supported by research and global health initiatives. Its model combines acute hospital care, long-term care, and post-acute services under a single organization, with a strong emphasis on philanthropy and mergers to expand reach and capabilities. The company differentiates itself through its breadth of services across the care continuum, extensive rural and regional presence, and a history of strategic mergers that create a full-spectrum care model rather than focusing on a single niche. Sanford Health’s goal is to provide comprehensive, accessible health care to communities, advance pediatric care and medical research, and extend health services through global clinics and partnerships.

Company size: 10,001+
Company stage: Grant
Total funding: $4.5M
Headquarters: Fargo, ND
Founded: 1894

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