Life Engagement Director (Activities / Recreation)

Acts Retirement-Life Communities • Spanish Fort, AL

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About The Position

The Life Engagement Director plans and implements programs and events that deliver the Acts Signature Experience (ASE) wellness culture and foster a vibrant, engaging community. ASE initiatives integrate body, mind, and spirit to support residents’ quality of life. The director creates opportunities for residents to set goals, grow, and participate in personalized wellness journeys across all dimensions of well-being.

The role leads and supports community engagement efforts aligned with operational and management objectives, with a focus on resident satisfaction and participation. It also provides oversight of Life Engagement team operations across all levels of living.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s degree in recreation, fine arts, or a related human services field.
• At least four years of progressively responsible experience in recreation or life engagement in a retirement community, skilled care, or assisted living environment.
• Dementia Engagement certification from an approved program, or obtain it within the first year of employment.

Nice To Haves

• Certification through the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals (NCCAP) or completion of a state-approved Activity Coordinator course.
• Current CPR certification; preferred but not required.

Responsibilities

• Plan and implement programs and events that deliver the Acts Signature Experience wellness culture.
• Create opportunities for residents to set goals, grow, and engage meaningfully across dimensions of well-being.
• Lead and support community engagement efforts aligned with operational and management objectives.
• Support high resident satisfaction and participation.
• Oversee operations of the Life Engagement team for all levels of living.

Benefits

• Medical, prescription, dental, and vision insurance.
• Life insurance and disability programs.
• Flexible spending accounts.
• Next-day pay through PayActiv.
• 401(k) with 4% company match.
• Paid time off and holidays.
• Commuter benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement and scholarships.
• Professional development and university partnerships.
• Referral and discount programs.
• Appreciation events and wellness initiatives.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager