Activity Director

American Senior Communities•Mishawaka, IN

About The Position

Creekside Village is seeking an enthusiastic, creative, and organized Activity Director to plan, develop, and implement recreational programs that enhance residents’ quality of life. The role involves creating diverse and meaningful offerings suited to residents with different physical and cognitive abilities, providing a supportive and engaging atmosphere, and leading Activity Assistants. Experience in a long-term care setting is strongly preferred. The position works collaboratively with other departments, professionals, consultants, organizations, and government regulatory agencies. The Senior Living Division emphasizes whole-person-centered care that nurtures residents’ physical, emotional, mental, social, and spiritual well-being.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED, and either two years of experience in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting or satisfactory completion of Activities Director training.
Demonstrated C.A.R.E. values: compassion, accountability, relationships, and excellence.
Strong leadership, creativity, supportive presence, time management, and collaboration skills.

Nice To Haves

Experience in a long-term care setting is strongly preferred.

Responsibilities

Plan, develop, and implement engaging recreational programs for residents.
Create age-appropriate activities suited to different physical and cognitive abilities.
Monitor, mentor, lead, and motivate a team of Activity Assistants.
Create a comforting and engaging atmosphere for residents.
Balance daily schedules, residents’ needs, and activity preparation.
Work with and promote collaboration among departments, professionals, consultants, organizations, and government regulatory agencies.
Demonstrate the C.A.R.E. values of compassion, accountability, relationships, and excellence to residents, family members, customers, and staff.

Benefits

Access to earnings before payday.
Employee referral bonus programs.
401(k).
Flexible spending account (FSA) program.
Free life insurance.
PTO exchange-for-pay programs.
Medical coverage advertised as low as $25.
Vision and dental insurance.
Employee assistance program.
Workforce chaplains and personalized wellness coaching.
Holiday pay and paid time off, with opportunities to earn additional PTO.
Employee discount programs for travel, retail, entertainment, food, and more.
Preceptors and mentorship programs.
Clinical and leadership development pathways.
Education partnerships with colleges and universities, including Ivy Tech and Purdue Global.
Financial assistance for continuing education.
Company-sponsored scholarship programs.
Tuition reimbursement.
Employee recognition events and monthly and annual awards.