At Bon Secours Mercy Health, we are dedicated to continually improving health care quality, safety and cost effectiveness. Our hospitals, care sites and clinicians are recognized for clinical and operational excellence. As a faith-based and patient-focused organization, Bon Secours exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind, body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion, collaboration, excellence and respect. Bon Secours seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion, human dignity, integrity, service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive. **_Activities Director / Coordinator​_** **_– East Pavilion at Southampton Memorial Hospital_** **Essential Duties and Responsibilities (Include but are not limited to)** + Responsible for developing, coordinating, and implementing recreational therapy programs for residents and Residents with dementia/Alzheimer’s. + Schedule, coordinate, and lead group activities that meet the physical, spiritual, cognitive, and psychosocial needs of the residents. + Complete 1:1 activities and document independent activities for residents who wish not to attend group programming. + Evaluate activity effectiveness and residents’ responses in meeting individualized goals. + Efficiently create neighborhood activity calendars and distribute them to residents, families, and staff. + Decorate for holidays/activities and update calendar boards as needed. **Minimum Education and Experience** + Eligibility for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional by a recognized accrediting body (on/after 10/1/1990) **or** + 2 years of experience in a full-time, therapeutic program (social or recreational) within the last 5 years **or** + The individual is a qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) or OT assistant **or** + Has completed a State-approved training course Many of our opportunities reward* your hard work with: Comprehensive, affordable medical, dental and vision plans Prescription drug coverage Flexible spending accounts Life insurance w/AD&D Employer contributions to retirement savings plan when eligible Paid time off Educational Assistance And much more *Benefits offerings vary according to employment status All applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health – Youngstown, Ohio or Bon Secours – Franklin, Virginia; Petersburg, Virginia; and Emporia, Virginia, which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employers, please email recruitment@mercy.com . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process, please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at recruitment@mercy.com