Activities Director

Sunridge Assisted Living; South Jordan (UT); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

PTO

401(k) Plan

Job summary

Sunridge Assisted Living in Utah seeks a creative Activities Director to lead Life Enrichment, plan engaging programs for seniors, and supervise a team of Activities Assistants. This role plans monthly calendars, coordinates events, and supports a resident-centered community. Experience with activities, event planning, and senior living is preferred; 25+ age requirement for driving the bus.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, event planning, senior living, or related field preferred.
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent organization and communication abilities.
• Creative, energetic, and resident-focused.
• Must be 25 years or older (insurance requirement for driving the community bus).

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead a monthly activities calendar promoting social, physical, and cognitive engagement for residents.
• Serve as the department head for Life Enrichment, overseeing all activities and events.
• Supervise and manage a team of 4 Activities Assistants.
• Coordinate holiday celebrations, special events, entertainment, and resident outings.
• Drive the community bus for outings when needed (training provided).
• Maintain activity supplies, schedules, and participation records.
• Collaborate with other departments to support a vibrant, resident-centered community.

Skills

Leadership & team management

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Experience in activities/event-plann

Age requirement 25+

Job description

Lead a team, plan meaningful events, and make every day special for seniors in our community.

We are seeking a creative, organized, and compassionate Activities Director to lead the Life Enrichment program in our Assisted Living community. This is a department head position responsible for creating engaging programs for residents while supervising a team of Activities Assistants.

If you enjoy event planning, working with seniors, and leading a team, this is a rewarding opportunity to make a meaningful impact every day.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead a monthly activities calendar that promotes social, physical, and cognitive engagement for residents

• Serve as the department head for Life Enrichment, overseeing all activities and events

• Supervise and manage a team of 4 Activities Assistants

• Coordinate holiday celebrations, special events, entertainment, and resident outings

• Drive the community bus for outings when needed (training provided)

• Maintain activity supplies, schedules, and participation records

• Collaborate with other departments to support a vibrant, resident-centered community

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, event planning, senior living, or a related field preferred

• Strong leadership and team management skills

• Excellent organization and communication abilities

• Creative, energetic, and resident-focused

• Must be 25 years or older (insurance requirement for driving the community bus)

• No special driver's license required

• Must be able to pass a background check

• Schedule:

  • Full Time

  • Some evenings and weekends for special events and outings

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Supportive team environment

• Opportunity to lead a department and create meaningful experiences for residents

Join our team and help create a community where residents stay active, connected, and joyful.