Activity Director
About The Position
Americare Senior Living is seeking a creative, organized, and compassionate Activity Director to lead resident engagement programs within our skilled nursing community. In this role, you’ll plan, organize, facilitate, and direct recreational and therapeutic activities that promote residents’ physical, cognitive, emotional, and social well-being. You’ll also play a key role in documentation and collaboration with the interdisciplinary care team to ensure activities align with individualized resident needs and regulatory requirements. The Activity Director is responsible for developing and overseeing a comprehensive resident engagement program, including activity planning, calendar development, documentation, and team collaboration. This role supports quality of life and person-centered care while meeting state and federal guidelines. This role may also be known as: Activity Director, Activities Director, Life Enrichment Director, or Recreation Director.
Requirements
- Must be at least 18 years of age
- High school diploma required
- Previous experience planning and managing a recreational activity program in a senior living or healthcare setting preferred
- Strong organizational, communication, and leadership skills
- Ability to document accurately and collaborate with clinical and care teams
Nice To Haves
- Additional education related to recreation, activities, or life enrichment preferred but not required
Responsibilities
- Plan, organize, facilitate, and direct recreational activity programs for residents
- Develop, publish, and maintain a monthly activity calendar
- Ensure activities align with resident abilities, interests, and care plans
- Lead group and individual activities that promote engagement and socialization
- Participate in resident assessments and care planning as part of the interdisciplinary team
- Document resident participation, responses, and progress in charts and periodic reports
- Communicate resident reactions, progress, or regression to medical staff and care team members
- Coordinate special events, celebrations, and community activities
- Supervise and support activity staff and volunteers as applicable
- Uphold Americare’s Mission, Vision, Hometown Hospitality™, and F.A.M.I.L.Y. values
Benefits
- Competitive pay + annual increases
- Daily pay access (get paid when you need it)
- Paid time off (PTO)
- Health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance
- 401(k) with company match
- Tuition assistance and career growth opportunities
- Free meals during shifts
- Employee recognition and appreciation programs
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
