Activities Director - Temporary

Deercreekseniorliving; Whittier (CA); On-site; USD 28,929 - 30,307; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental, Vision

401K

PTO

Additional benefits available

Job summary

Deercreekseniorliving in Whittier, California is hiring an Activities Supervisor to lead and develop engaging activities for residents. The successful candidate will be energetic and creative, effectively communicating with residents and staff to enhance community involvement.

Responsibilities include planning activities, seeking resident feedback, and coordinating with community partners. Qualifications include a high school diploma, preferred college degree in relevant fields, and experience in managing programs for older adults. The competitive pay rate is $21 - $22 per hour depending on experience.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required, college degree preferred.
• 2 years of equivalent work experience in the field.
• Current CPR/first aid certification.
• Valid driver’s license and clean driving record.

Responsibilities

• Plan and oversee the Activities program for residents.
• Create a calendar of events that encourages participation.
• Incorporate resident feedback on activities.
• Manage activity supplies and transport residents.

Skills

Energetic

Personable

Creative

Effective communication

Empathetic listening

Education

High school diploma or GED

College degree in Recreation Therapy or Human Services

Job description

Overview

Our senior living is currently seeking an Activities Supervisor to join our team of dedicated professionals who want to make a difference in the lives of our residents, their families, and our community. We are guided by our CAPLICO Core Values: Celebration, Accountability, Passion for Learning, Love One Another, Intelligent Risk Taking, Customer Second (Employee First!), Ownership.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and oversee the Activities program for residents.
• Work in conjunction with the Activities staff to create a daily and monthly calendar appropriate for all care levels, including events that encourage resident individuality, participation and leadership.
• Ensures that the activities program promotes a feeling of independence, a sense of fulfillment and accomplishment for residents.
• Provide a well‑balanced daily and monthly calendar of programs and events of interest to the residents.
• Routinely seek and incorporate resident feedback on activity likes/dislikes and suggestions for future programs.
• Establish and maintain community partnerships to offer a wide variety of choices for residents and collaborate with other organizations/businesses for joint programming.
• Provide opportunities for residents to engage in volunteer projects in the surrounding community.
• Ensure that activity supplies are ordered and available for use.
• Transport residents to various activities and events in the community.

Critical Success Factors

• Energetic, personable, enthusiastic, creative, and imaginative.
• Able to communicate intentions and directions to residents and staff and be an effective, empathetic listener.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED. Prefer a college degree in Recreation Therapy or Human Services and/or two (2) years of equivalent work experience in the field.
• Prior experience in small group socialization and creative programming for older adults preferred.
• Prior experience in managing staff and volunteers.
• Current CPR/first aid certification.
• Valid driver’s license and a clean driving record with no major violations.

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, Vision.
• 401K.
• PTO.
• More benefits available.

Pay Rate

$21 - $22 or DOE.

EEO Statement

We are an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other protected characteristics.