Activity Director -Orchards of Alliance
About The Position
The Activity Director plans, organizes, and oversees activity programs designed to meet the interests and physical, mental, emotional, and psychosocial needs of each resident within the assisted living setting. This role ensures activities promote resident engagement, independence, and quality of life while maintaining compliance with facility policies and applicable state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate is a compassionate and organized leader who is passionate about enhancing the resident experience, fostering meaningful engagement, and creating a positive, person-centered environment.
Requirements
- One-year certificate in activities, social services, occupational therapy, or a related field from a college, community college, or technical school required.
- Three to six months of related experience as an Activities Assistant, or an equivalent combination of education and experience, required.
- Completion of all required annual state-mandated training and in-service education programs.
Nice To Haves
- Activity Director Certified (ADC) credential preferred.
- Ability to maintain required continuing education credits in accordance with certification requirements.
Responsibilities
- Promote and support The Orchards' mission, vision, and core values.
- Demonstrate effective leadership by fostering open communication, addressing zero-tolerance behaviors, and maintaining positive working relationships with supervised employees.
- Supervise, assign tasks to, and recognize activity department staff.
- Establish priorities and organize workflow to ensure quality programming and operational efficiency.
- Maintain a collaborative and team-oriented approach while supporting resident-centered care initiatives.
- Plan, organize, and conduct activity programs that address the interests, preferences, and physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of residents.
- Develop and produce monthly activity calendars based on resident needs and interests.
- Listen to residents' desires and preferences to create meaningful and individualized programming opportunities.
- Coordinate resident participation in both in-house and community-based activities.
- Arrange for outside vendors, entertainers, and community organizations to provide activities and programs for residents.
- Consult with appropriate personnel to plan and coordinate activities, special events, and celebrations.
- Coordinate resident escorts to and from activities as needed.
- Decorate for holidays, seasonal events, and special occasions.
- Monitor and manage the department budget.
- Ensure the activities department operates in accordance with established policies, procedures, and regulatory requirements.
- Oversee the preparation and distribution of activity schedules and related communication materials.
- Attend required meetings, in-service training sessions, and continuing education programs.
- Complete annual state-mandated training requirements.
- Perform all other duties and responsibilities as assigned.
Benefits
- We are committed to creating a supportive environment where employees are valued, residents are respected, and professional growth is encouraged.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
