Activities Director

Bonita Villa Senior Living; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, 401K

Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave

Positive working environment

Growth Potential

Job summary

Bonita Villa Senior Living is seeking an Activities Director to create and oversee a stimulating, holistic activity program for residents, both inside and outside the community. You will assess resident needs, design adaptable plans, and lead engaging activities that meet spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual, and social needs.

In this role, you will manage staff and volunteers, design monthly calendars, maintain an engaging environment, and ensure programs stay within approved budgets.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree is required.
• First Aid Certification required.
• 1-2 years of manager experience.
• Strong verbal and non-verbal communication skills.

Responsibilities

• Develop, organize, plan, implement and evaluate a well-rounded activity program.
• Assess residents’ needs and create adaptive activity plans.
• Design and post monthly bulletin boards and activities calendar.
• Lead large group activities (discussion groups, sing-alongs, exercise classes).
• Help manage the facilities volunteer program.
• Manage staff in day-to-day performance.
• Adhere to approved budgets.

Skills

1-2 years management experience

Verbal and non-verbal communication

Education

Bachelor’s degree

First Aid Certification

Job description

We’re looking for an Activities Director to join our team!

This position establishes a program of activities that is stimulating and that fosters a positive atmosphere through leisure activities that meet the spiritual, cultural, physical, intellectual, and social needs of residents both inside and outside the Community.

Responsibilities:

• Develop, organize, plan, implement and evaluate a well-rounded and stimulating holistic activity program; which addresses the needs and limitations of residents.
• Assess the needs of the residents. Observes when a resident’s needs have changed and create an activity plan to encompass the changes.
• Design and post creative monthly bulletin boards and activities calendar.
• Lead large group activities, e.g. discussion groups, sing-a-longs, and exercise classes.
• Help manage the facilities volunteer program.
• Manage staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs.
• Adhering to the approved budgets.

Required:

• 1 to 2 years of manager experience
• Bachelor’s degree
• First Aid Certification
• Communicate effectively verbally and non-verbally.
• Operate a VCR, DVD, and stereo system.

Why join us?

We offer a competitive starting wage along with a comprehensive employee benefits package that includes, but is not limited to:

• Health, Dental, Vision, 401K
• Paid vacation, holidays and sick leave
• A positive working environment
• Growth Potential

EEOC Statement:

The above statements are intended to be a general description. The omission of a specific duty does not exclude it from the position if work is similar, related or logically assigned. Moreover, the description is subject to change as the needs of the employer or position change.

We are a drug-free workplace, and all employees will undergo background and drug screenings to ensure a safe, reliable, and productive work environment. These checks help us maintain the integrity of our team and ensure that all employees can perform their duties safely and effectively.

We are an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer committed to hiring a diverse workforce and maintaining an inclusive culture. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment, without regard to their race, religion, ancestry, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, age, disability, marital status, medical condition, and any other status protected by state or federal law. As an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, we comply with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) to make reasonable accommodation to qualified individuals. Qualified individuals are encouraged to discuss potential accommodations with the employer.