Activity Director (Life Enrichment Director) – Senior Living & Skilled Nursing
About The Position
Rosedale Green is a respected not-for-profit senior living and skilled nursing community dedicated to enriching the lives of older adults through person-centered care, meaningful relationships, and vibrant community life. We are seeking a compassionate, creative, and organized Activity Director to lead our Life Enrichment program. This leadership position is responsible for creating engaging experiences that promote residents' physical, emotional, social, spiritual, and cognitive well-being while ensuring compliance with applicable regulations and quality standards. This is an excellent opportunity for someone who believes that quality of life extends beyond a calendar of activities and understands the importance of helping residents find purpose, connection, joy, and belonging.
Requirements
- Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the past five years, including one year of full-time experience in a patient activities program in a healthcare setting; OR Eligible for certification as a Therapeutic Recreation Specialist through a recognized accrediting body; OR Completion of a state-approved Activities certification program.
Nice To Haves
- Previous Activity Director experience.
- Long-term care or skilled nursing experience.
- Experience working with residents living with dementia.
- Supervisory or leadership experience.
- Experience coordinating volunteers and community partnerships.
- Valid driver's license with an acceptable driving record.
- Strong organizational and communication skills.
- Creative and energetic
- Compassionate and resident-focused
- Comfortable leading a team
- Organized and detail-oriented
- Passionate about serving older adults
- Able to balance creativity with regulatory compliance
Responsibilities
- Develop, coordinate, and oversee a comprehensive activity and life enrichment program.
- Plan meaningful group activities, one-to-one visits, special events, outings, entertainment, and community partnerships.
- Conduct resident assessments and oversee activity-related care plans and documentation.
- Supervise, coach, schedule, and support Activity Department staff.
- Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers.
- Lead Resident Council meetings and ensure appropriate follow-up to resident concerns.
- Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dietary, social services, and other departments to enhance resident quality of life.
- Coordinate special events, celebrations, outings, educational programs, and family activities.
- Participate in QAPI, interdisciplinary meetings, and administrative meetings.
- Ensure compliance with federal, state, and organizational requirements.
- Drive the facility bus for resident outings as needed.
Benefits
- Comprehensive medical coverage with a $0 calendar-year deductible
- Opportunity for free physician visits and free prescriptions
- Affordable employee and family health insurance options
- Dental insurance
- Employer-paid life insurance equal to two years of salary
- Employer-paid short-term and long-term disability insurance
- Generous Paid Time Off beginning at 19 days during the first year
- Opportunity to cash out up to 40 PTO hours annually
- Tuition reimbursement up to $2,000 annually
- Immediate eligibility for our 403(b) retirement plan
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Senior
Education Level
No Education Listed
