Activities Director Full-Time

Visalia Post Acute in; Visalia (CA); On-site; USD 37,000 - 39,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary based on experience

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off and holidays

Professional development opportunities

Job summary

Visalia Post Acute is seeking an energetic Activities Director to lead our resident programs and improve quality of life. You will plan diverse activities, manage a monthly calendar, and coordinate transportation for events.

The role requires leadership, creativity, and compassion, with responsibilities including budget oversight, staff supervision, and collaboration with care teams. Competitive benefits are included.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or a related degree preferred.
• Experience in skilled nursing or long-term care is preferred.
• Activity certification or eligibility is preferred.
• Strong communication, leadership, organization, and time-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive activities program.
• Create a varied monthly activity calendar with diverse programs.
• Provide individual, small-group, and large-group activities.
• Develop programs for bed-bound or cognitively impaired residents.
• Complete activity assessments, care plans, and progress notes on time.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise activities staff and volunteers.

Skills

Communication

Leadership

Organization

Time management

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Degree in recreation therapy, social services, healthcare, or related field

Activity Professional certification

Tools

Electronic documentation systems

Job description

Activities Director – Full-Time Visalia Post Acute Salary Range: $27.00-$28.00/Hr, based on experience

Create Meaningful Moments and Make Every Day Matter

Visalia Post Acute is seeking an enthusiastic, compassionate, and creative Activities Director to lead our resident activities program. This is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional who is passionate about enriching the lives of others and creating a vibrant, welcoming community. The Activities Director will develop and oversee engaging programs that support each resident’s physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being. The ideal candidate is an energetic leader who brings fresh ideas, builds meaningful relationships, and understands that quality of life is an essential part of exceptional care.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive activities program based on residents’ interests, abilities, needs, and preferences.
• Create and maintain a varied monthly activity calendar that includes recreational, social, educational, cultural, spiritual, and wellness programs.
• Provide individual, small-group, large-group, and in-room activities.
• Develop specialized programs for residents who are bed-bound, isolated, cognitively impaired, or unable to participate in traditional group activities.
• Complete resident activity assessments, care plans, progress notes, and required documentation accurately and on time.
• Participate in resident care conferences, discharge planning, interdisciplinary meetings, and quality-assurance initiatives.
• Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate Activities Department employees and volunteers.
• Plan resident outings, holiday celebrations, special events, family programs, and community activities.
• Coordinate transportation and necessary assistance for resident outings and events.
• Encourage resident and family participation and gather feedback to continually improve programming.
• Develop positive relationships with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community organizations.
• Manage the Activities Department budget, supplies, equipment, and program resources.
• Ensure activity areas are clean, organized, safe, and welcoming.
• Maintain attendance records and other required departmental documentation.
• Ensure programs comply with federal, state, local, and facility standards and regulations.
• Assist with survey preparation and participate in regulatory inspections as needed.
• Protect resident privacy and maintain the confidentiality of all health information.
• Perform additional duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; college coursework or a degree in recreation therapy, social services, healthcare, or a related field preferred.
• Skilled nursing facility or long-term care experience preferred.
• Previous activities, recreation, senior living, or healthcare experience strongly preferred.
• Activity Professional certification or eligibility for certification preferred.
• Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.Strong knowledge of resident-centered programming and activity care planning.
• Excellent communication, leadership, organization, and time-management skills.
• Creative, energetic, patient, and compassionate approach to resident care.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and adapt programs to residents’ changing needs.
• Basic computer skills and experience with electronic documentation systems preferred.

What Makes Visalia Post Acute special?

At Visalia Post Acute, we believe exceptional care includes laughter, purpose, connection, and moments residents look forward to every day. Our Activities Director plays a vital role in building a community where residents feel valued, engaged, and at home.

You will join a supportive leadership team that welcomes new ideas, encourages professional growth, and understands the importance of celebrating residents’ lives, interests, and accomplishments.

Excellent Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision insurance
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Life insurance
• Paid time off and paid holidays
• Professional development and continuing education opportunities
• Reward and bonus opportunities
• Supportive leadership and a collaborative team environment
• Opportunities for career growth
• Meaningful work that makes a lasting difference

Benefits are subject to eligibility requirements and facility policy.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.

PACS is revolutionizing the delivery and leadership of post-acute healthcare and support services across the country. Originally founded in 2013, the organization now consists of hundreds of independent operating subsidiaries, as well as ancillary and support services. We bring a proven model of mission-driven care that balances access to a national network of support and resources with local decision making. In addition, PACS helps connect exceptional people with premier healthcare careers across the country. We focus on finding innovative and effective team members based on their qualifications, experience, geographic preferences, and personality fit with the existing facility staff and culture. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees. We welcome applicants of every race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, and any other protected characteristic. Employment decisions are based on qualifications, merit, and business needs.