Activities Director - Senior Living

Foundry Commercial•Frankfort, KY

1d•Onsite

About The Position

Spring Arbor of Frankfort is seeking a creative, passionate Activities Director (Lifestyle Director) to lead life enrichment programming across our warm, close-knit Assisted Living and Memory Care community. This is a role for someone who genuinely loves people, thinks outside the box, and understands that a great activities program isn't just entertainment — it's quality of life. The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Director is to manage and direct the Lifestyle department to provide a diverse, appealing, full-time social and activity program at the community for all residents and their families. Such a program should include a variety of social, recreational, physical, educational, and spiritual opportunities for resident involvement that encourages socialization and creativity, improves daily living skills, expands personal interest, and increases physical activity and education.

Requirements

Prior experience in activities coordination, life enrichment, or a related field preferred
Valid driver's license and a clean driving record — required
Comfortable transporting residents on outings and community excursions
Creative, energetic, and genuinely passionate about working with seniors
Strong organizational and planning skills — you can build a calendar and execute it with consistency
Experience working with Memory Care or dementia populations a plus
Warm, approachable personality with a natural ability to connect with residents of all ability levels
Reliable, self-motivated, and comfortable taking ownership of your department
Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
Minimum two (2) years experience as Activity Director or Activity Assistant at an independent living, assisted living or skilled nursing community with related skills in scheduling activities, special events, and leading group activities.
Must have working knowledge of appropriate Microsoft Office programs.
Must possess attention to detail, be energetic/enthusiastic, and able to multi-task.
Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
Must possess a valid driver’s license for the state where the vehicle is operated.

Nice To Haves

CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
Activity Professional Certification preferred.
Knowledge of local recreational opportunities is a plus.
Appropriate CDL license preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and lead engaging, person-centered programming that supports physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being
Build genuine relationships with residents, learning their stories, interests, and passions
Coordinate special events, themed parties, holiday celebrations, and seasonal programs that create lasting memories
Plan and lead community outings — transporting residents safely and responsibly
Collaborate with families and staff to ensure programming reflects each resident's individual preferences and abilities
Support Memory Care residents with thoughtful, dementia-friendly programming that honors dignity and independence
Be the energy that makes Spring Arbor of Frankfort feel vibrant and alive every single day
Develop an annual activity plan that supports achievement of Company goals and ownership objectives.
Oversee the administration of the Lifestyle department according to Company policies and procedures and submit relevant reports and narratives as required.
Recruit, hire, train, manage, motivate, and evaluate Lifestyle Assistants, Drivers, and Concierge personnel, including corrective action and recommendations for separation decisions, according to Company policies and procedures.
Schedule the Driver and Lifestyle Assistant to stay within budgeted department guidelines and optimize the hours of the Lifestyle program so that day, evening, and weekend opportunities for activities, programs, and outings exist.
Create and manage a resident transportation schedule and assist in maintaining community transportation vehicles per Company policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to the transportation budget and expenditures.
Create and manage the activity budget within approved guidelines and according to Company goals and ownership objectives.
Establish a full-time activity program that supports residents’ interests and is available seven days a week.