Activities Director

Tower Lodge Care Center; Wall Township (NJ); On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Tower Lodge Care Center in Wall Township, New Jersey, seeks an Activities Director to plan, organize, and oversee a comprehensive activities program that enhances residents’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. This full-time, on-site role partners with nursing, social services, and dietary teams to create engaging, person-centered activities.

Responsibilities include developing activity calendars, coordinating recreational and therapeutic programs, and leading group and

Qualifications

• Strong communication skills with residents, families, and staff.
• Experience designing person-centered activity programs in care settings.
• Event planning and budget management for group activities.
• Knowledge of regulatory requirements related to resident activities.
• Ability to assess resident interests and adapt activities.
• Basic computer skills for scheduling and documentation.

Responsibilities

• Develop activity calendars and coordinate programs.
• Lead group and one-on-one activities reflecting resident interests.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, and dietary teams.
• Document program details and manage activity budgets.
• Coordinate special events and outings.
• Maintain safe, engaging environments in activity and common areas.

Skills

Communication skills

Recreation Therapy skills

Event planning

Budgeting skills

Assessment and adaptation

Time management

Basic computer skills

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Certification or degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Activities Coordination, or related field

Job description

Company Description

Tower Lodge Care Center is a premier nursing and rehabilitation facility located in scenic Wall Township, New Jersey, just minutes from the Garden State Parkway. The center is known for its friendly, homelike environment, dedicated nursing staff, and high-quality, compassionate care. As a smaller facility, Tower Lodge values each resident as part of its community and emphasizes respect, dignity, and personalized attention. Residents enjoy modern, comfortable accommodations, inviting common areas, and pastoral grounds that create a serene atmosphere. The culinary team provides nutritious, appealing meals tailored by a registered dietitian to meet individual dietary needs.

Role Description

The Activities Director is a full-time, on-site role based at Tower Lodge Care Center in Wall Township, NJ. This role is responsible for planning, organizing, and overseeing a comprehensive activities program that supports residents’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being. Daily responsibilities include developing activity calendars, coordinating recreational and therapeutic programs, and leading group and one-on-one activities that reflect residents’ interests and abilities. The Activities Director collaborates with nursing, social services, and dietary teams to integrate activities into overall care plans, ensures appropriate documentation, and communicates program details to residents, families, and staff. The role also involves managing activity budgets, coordinating special events and outings, and maintaining a safe, engaging environment in activity and common areas.

Qualifications

• Strong Communication skills, including the ability to interact effectively with residents, families, interdisciplinary team members, and community partners.
• Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation skills to design and facilitate engaging, person-centered programs that support resident well-being.
• Event Planning skills to organize group activities, celebrations, and special events that enhance the resident experience.
• Budgeting skills to manage activity program resources, supplies, and events within established financial guidelines.
• Experience in long-term care, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings preferred, with knowledge of regulatory requirements related to resident activities.
• Ability to assess resident interests and functional levels and adapt activities accordingly; strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; certification or degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Activities Coordination, or a related field is highly beneficial.
• Basic computer skills for scheduling, documentation, and communication; ability to safely assist residents during activities and outings.