Activities Director

Waunakee Manor; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Engaged team

Job summary

Arbor Springs is seeking an Activities Director / Community Life Director to lead our Activities and Recreation operations for the 56-bed senior living community in Des Moines, IA.

You will develop and oversee a resident-centered activity and volunteer program, ensuring dignity, respect, and a positive environment for residents and staff.

Ideal candidates hold a recreation-related degree or CAP certification and have two years of supervisory experience in senior living.

Qualifications

• College degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education, Marketing or Public Relations.
• Certified Activity Professional and 3–5 years experience preferably in assisted living or memory care.
• Two years supervisory/management experience including hiring, coaching, performance management.
• Senior living experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for the Activities and Recreation operations for the community.
• Develop and lead a resident-centered activity and volunteer program.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Volunteer coordination

Communication

Education

College degree in Recreation or related field

Certified Activity Professional (CAP)

Job description

Overview

Arbor Springs is a 56-bed Senior Living Community located in Des Moines, IA. Arbor Springs provides a serene setting and compassionate care to our senior livingand memory care residents. Arbor Springs is dedicated to Enhancing Quality of Life.

The Arbor Springs Resident Care Team is devoted to providing innovative and exceptional care in a safe and therapeutic environment. Above all, we truly value that both the resident and our staff are treated with dignity and respect, always going that extra mile to ensure a positive environment. So, do you have what it takes to become part of a team dedicated to enhancing quality of life?

General Purpose

The Activities Director / Community Life Director is responsible for providing overall leadership and management for the Activities and Recreation operations including developing and leading a successful, engaging resident centered activity and volunteer program for the whole full service Senior Living community.

Montessori

As a Montessori-Inspired Living® community, our employees will treat all with dignity, equality, and respect. Our Employees will follow the Lifestyle Pledge and Principals daily.

Members of our team Enjoy:

• Working with a highly engaged staff
• Healthy staffing levels
• Flexible scheduling
• Career growth
• Competitive compensation

Qualifications

• College degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education, Marketing, Public Relations with two (2) years of experience OR
• Certified Activity Professional and (3-5) years experience preferably in assisted living, long term care or experience with seniors
• Two (2) years supervisory/management experience including hiring staff, coaching, performance management daily operations supervision, discipline and counseling
• Ability to handle multiple priorities
• Ability to lead, motivate team members and volunteers for their involvement in the social events and various activities
• Ability to delegate assignments to the appropriate individuals based on their skills, roles and interests
• Senior living experience required