Activities Director

Job Title: Activities Director

About the Role

Are you a creative, compassionate leader passionate about enriching the lives of seniors? We are seeking a dynamic Activities Director to lead our Life Enrichment team. In this role, you won't just plan events—you will create a vibrant, engaging community where our residents feel connected, valued, and inspired every day.

From fitness classes and creative arts to outings and tailored memory care programming, you will design meaningful activities that nurture the physical, mental, and social well-being of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Program Development: Design and execute a monthly calendar of diverse, engaging activities tailored to varied cognitive and physical abilities, including memory care and dementia-specific programming.

• Event Management: Plan and coordinate community celebrations, live entertainment, educational workshops, wellness classes, and off-site excursions.

• Resident Engagement & Care: Build strong relationships with residents and families to understand personal life histories, interests, and preferences; tailor programs accordingly.

• Interdepartmental Collaboration: Work closely with nursing, dining, and care teams to ensure activities align with individual resident care plans and safety guidelines.

• Team Leadership: Supervise, train, and inspire activity staff and volunteers, fostering a culture of enthusiasm and inclusion.

• Administration & Tracking: Manage the activities budget, order supplies, create monthly newsletters/calendars, and maintain attendance records to measure program success.

Qualifications & Experience

• Experience: experience in activity planning, life enrichment, or recreational therapy within an assisted living, memory care, or long-term care setting.

• Dementia & Memory Care Expertise: Strong understanding of geriatric care, Alzheimer’s support strategies, and adaptive programming.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, Publisher/Canva) for calendar design, documentation, PointClickCare, and scheduling.

• Soft Skills: High emotional intelligence, exceptional organization, creative problem-solving, and a warm, empathetic demeanor.

• Certifications (Preferred): Certified Activity Director (ADC), Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS), or specialized Memory Care certification.