Activities Director

glenparkseniorliving; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Hiring bonus

Job summary

Glen Park Long Beach is seeking an Activities Director to design and conduct engaging programs for residents, including those with memory impairments. The role focuses on social interaction, daily living skills, leisure, physical activity, and education to promote independence and well-being.

Requirements include being at least 18, a year of related experience, and current First Aid/CPR training. The facility emphasizes hospitality, integrity, and compassionate care in a supportive environment.

Qualifications

• Must be at least 18 years old.
• At least one year of related experience.
• Able to pass a physical exam and criminal record review.
• Current training in Basic First Aid and CPR.
• Activity Certificate

Responsibilities

• Designs and conducts activities for residents that encourage continued social functioning and independence.
• Ensures activities include socialization, daily living skills, leisure time, physical activities, and education.
• Works to engage residents with memory impairments and their families through meaningful programming.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Compassion for residents

Education

Activity Certificate

Job description

With $1000 HIRING BONUS!!
Glen Park at Long Beach is now looking for someone to join our team in an Activities Director position to work with seniors with memory impairments.

Duties and Responsibilities

1. 1. Designs and conducts activities for residents that encourage continued social functioning and continued independence in activities daily.
2. 2. Ensures activities include:
   • a. Socialization – which encourages interaction among residents; e.g. Reminiscence group discussions, current events, bingo, arts &crafts, period music, and care of pets.
   • b. Daily Living Skills- which maintain independent functioning, e.g. walks in the building, morning and afternoon snacks, breakfast out & lunch out.
   • c. Leisure Time Activities – which encourages personal interests and involvement with other residents; e.g. card games, bowling, movie matinees, and gardening.
   • d. Physical Activities- which develop and maintain strength, coordination and range of motion e.g., Velcro games, dancing, and exercise.
   • e. Education- which includes continued learning and interest; e.g. police/fire department safety lectures, travel presentations, and bible stud.

B. Minimum Qualifications

1. 1. At least 18 years of age.
2. 2. At least one year of related experience.
3. 3. Able to pass a physical exam and criminal record review.
4. 4. Current training in Basic First Aid and CPR.
5. 5. Activity Certificate

C. Special Skills Needed to Perform the Job

1. 1. Have the personal characteristics, physical energy, and competence to work effectively with older residents, families, and staff.

Our residents deserve the very best so we are seeking people who understand hospitality, integrity, and have real compassion for people.

Glen Park Long Beach is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We do pre-employment background checks, drug screening, employment verification, and reference checks.

Working in our retirement communities, you will have the opportunity to make a difference in the lives of our seniors every day. We offer competitive compensation, benefits, and a great work environment.

Job Type: Full time