Activities Supervisor

Job Description

Maine Veterans' Homes is an independent nonprofit organization dedicated to serving Maine's veterans and families. Our vision is to be the Provider and Employer of Choice while recognizing our special role as a Veteran Advocate, and “Caring for Those Who Served.” All six of our facilities have been recognized by the American Health Care Association with awards for Achievement in Quality, placing them in the top five percent of nursing homes across the nation.

MVH - South Paris is all about community. Our nursing home has a country charm and small town feel where residents and employees know one another by name. Our focus is on providing top-quality senior care, comfort, and camaraderie for the Veterans who call South Paris home.

The Activities Supervisor is responsible for planning, organizing, developing, directing, and coordinating the Activities Program in accordance with current federal, state, and VA regulations and MVH policies and procedures to assure an on-going Activity program which is designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental and psychosocial well-being of each resident to the greatest extent possible. Directly supervises full time and volunteer staff. This position does require weekend hours and occasional flexible scheduling based on activities in the home.

We look forward to speaking with you and introducing you to the high quality care and teamwork that sets Maine Veterans' Homes apart in long term care.

Position requires an Associates Degree in Recreational Therapy or related field. Additional years of long-term care activities experience may be substituted for degree, or an advanced degree may be substituted for years of experience, as approved by the Administrator.

Must possess a Certificate of Completion of State approved patient activities coordinator program.

A minimum of three years of experience in a long-term care setting with program emphasis in patient activities.

Must possess a current and valid State of Maine Driver's License in good standing. Must have an active CNA.

Maine Veterans' Homes provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

Benefits:

Medical, Dental, Vision, STD and LTD, Life Insurance, and Supplemental Insurances available. 403B with match