Activity Director

Gardant•Marion, IN

7d•$50,000 - $52,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Activity Director leads the Activity team, offering guidance and support through each resident activity and event. This role involves designing and facilitating high-quality recreational and social programs that promote active participation from residents, family members, employees, and the local community. The Director develops and implements a monthly activities calendar, thoughtfully tailored to meet the diverse abilities and preferences of each resident, while documenting participation and progress. Responsibilities also include overseeing the budget and implementation of a cost-effective activities program, managing an inventory list of equipment and supplies, and maximizing available resources. The Director takes the lead in managing the Community transportation program, including driving the company van on organized outings. Additionally, this role fosters empowerment and engagement by coordinating the Resident Council and continuously assesses the activity program's impact, making adjustments as needed to ensure the evolving needs and interests of residents are consistently met. The Director also coordinates the Community newsletter as a resource for resident connection and information, reflecting the mission and core values of love, compassion, and dignity.

Requirements

High school graduate or GED equivalent
Must hold valid driver’s license
Minimum age of 21 years or older preferred with driving record in good standing
Prior activities/life enrichment experience in a healthcare setting
Strong organizational and time-management abilities
Must possess leadership skills and the readiness to mentor, motivate, and inspire
Demonstrates exceptional communication and interpersonal skills

Responsibilities

Leads the Activity team, offering guidance and support through each resident activity and event
Designs and facilitates high-quality recreational and social programs, promoting active participation from residents, family members, employees, and local community
Develops and implements a monthly activities calendar, thoughtfully tailored to meet the diverse abilities and preferences of each resident, while documenting participation and progress
Oversees the budget and implementation of a cost-effective activities program, including managing an inventory list of equipment and supplies and maximizing resources available
Takes the wheel in managing our Community transportation program, including driving our company van on organized outings
Fosters empowerment and engagement by coordinating the Resident Council
Continuously assesses the activity program impact, making adjustments as needed to ensure the evolving needs and interests of our residents are consistently met
Coordinates our Community newsletter as a resource for resident connection and information; reflecting our mission and core values of love, compassion, and dignity