Activities Director

The Parkdale Senior Living; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Parkdale Senior Living in Clinton Twp, MI is seeking a dedicated Activities Director to design and execute a comprehensive activity program that supports residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.

You will create monthly calendars, organize events and outings, manage budgets and spaces, and collaborate with care teams to align activities with individualized care plans, while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Experience in Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation for resident-centered programs.
• Proficient in planning events and community outings.
• Ability to budget and manage resources.
• Prior senior living or long-term care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia-friendly activities preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management.

Responsibilities

• Design, organize, and implement a comprehensive activity program for residents.
• Create monthly calendars and coordinate events, outings and community activities.
• Manage activity materials, spaces and budgets; ensure safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with care teams to align activities with residents’ needs and care plans.
• Document participation and outcomes; communicate schedules to residents, families and staff.

Skills

Communication

Recreation therapy

Event planning

Budgeting

Senior living experience

Dementia-friendly care

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Recreation/therapeutic recreation degree

Social work related field

Job description

Company Description

The Parkdale Senior Living is a senior living community headquartered in Clinton Township, Michigan, dedicated to providing a safe, supportive, and engaging environment for older adults. The organization focuses on personalized care, meaningful activities, and a strong sense of community for its residents. Team members collaborate to promote dignity, independence, and well-being through daily interactions and structured programs. Applicants can expect to join a mission-driven organization that values compassion, respect, and quality service for residents and their families.

Role Description

The Activities Director is a full-time, on-site role located in Clinton Twp, MI, responsible for planning, coordinating, and implementing a comprehensive activity program for residents. Day-to-day tasks include designing recreational, social, and therapeutic activities that support physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being, and adapting programs to meet diverse interests and abilities. The role involves creating monthly calendars, organizing events and outings, managing activity materials and spaces, and collaborating with care teams to align activities with residents’ needs and care plans. The Activities Director will oversee activity budgets, maintain documentation of participation and outcomes, communicate schedules and program details to residents, families, and staff, and ensure regulatory and safety standards are met. Regular interaction with residents to encourage participation, gather feedback, and foster an inclusive, engaging community environment is central to this position.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, and team members.
• Experience in Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation to design engaging and resident-centered programs.
• Proficiency in Event Planning and organizing group activities, special events, and community outings.
• Ability in Budgeting to manage activity program resources and supplies efficiently.
• Previous experience in senior living, long-term care, or related settings is preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia-friendly and person-centered activity approaches is beneficial.
• Demonstrated organizational skills, time management, and attention to detail.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; coursework or degree in recreation, therapeutic recreation, social work, or a related field is an asset.