Activity Aide

Aliya of Glenwood; Glenwood (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

Life Insurance

Short-Term Disability Insurance

401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

Paid Time Off (PTO)

Tuition Reimbursement Program

Job summary

ALIYA of Glenwood is seeking a motivated Activity Director to plan and implement engaging programs that enhance residents' quality of life. You will create and oversee meaningful activities promoting social interaction, mental stimulation, physical engagement, and overall well-being.

The role requires leadership and a passion for senior care, with responsibilities including calendar management, staff supervision, and collaboration with interdisciplinary teams to support residents’ holistic

Qualifications

• Requires Certified Activity Director credential.
• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Recreation Therapy or related field preferred.
• Experience leading activities in skilled nursing, long-term care, or healthcare setting is required.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee activities based on residents' interests and needs.
• Develop and maintain monthly and weekly calendars.
• Lead and supervise activity staff, aides, and volunteers.
• Encourage resident participation and engagement.
• Maintain activity documentation, attendance, assessments, and care plan information.
• Coordinate events and facility-wide activities.
• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services and other departments.
• Develop activities for residents with varying abilities.
• Manage supplies, inventory, and budget for the activities department.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Creativity

Organizational Skills

Education

High School Diploma

Recreation Therapy or related degree (preferred)

Tools

Budget Management

Job description

Job Summary

ALIYA of Glenwood is seeking a motivated and creative Activity Director to lead the planning and implementation of engaging programs that enhance our residents' quality of life. The Activity Director will create and oversee meaningful activities that promote social interaction, mental stimulation, physical engagement, and overall well-being.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, and oversee individual and group activities based on residents' interests, abilities, and needs.

• Develop and maintain monthly and weekly activity calendars.

• Lead and supervise activity staff, aides, and volunteers.

• Encourage consistent resident participation and engagement.

• Complete and maintain accurate activity documentation, attendance records, assessments, and care plan information.

• Coordinate special events, community outings, holiday programs, and other facility-wide activities.

• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and other departments to support residents' overall well-being.

• Develop activities that accommodate residents with varying physical, cognitive, and functional abilities.

• Manage activity department supplies, inventory, and budget.

• Maintain clean, organized, safe, and engaging activity spaces.

• Ensure activity programs comply with applicable state and federal regulations and facility policies.

• Monitor resident participation and adjust programming based on resident feedback and changing needs.

• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications

• Certified Activity Director required.

• High school diploma or equivalent required; degree in Recreation Therapy or a related field preferred.

• Previous experience leading activities in a skilled nursing, long-term care, or healthcare setting required.

• Strong leadership, communication, creativity, and organizational skills.

• Ability to develop and lead engaging programs for residents with varying interests and abilities.

• Compassionate, energetic, and resident-focused approach.

• Ability to work effectively with residents, families, staff, and volunteers.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance

• Dental Insurance

• Vision Insurance

• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)

• Life Insurance

• Critical Illness Insurance

• Short-Term Disability Insurance

• Accident Insurance

• Hospital Indemnity Insurance

• 401(k) Retirement Savings Plan

• On-Demand Pay Option

• Paid Time Off (PTO)

• Tuition Reimbursement Program