Activity Director

Gardant-Management-Solution; Batavia (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Advancement opportunities

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

EAP & wellness programs

401(k) with employer match

Employee referral program

Paid time off

Job summary

Heritage Woods of Batavia is seeking an Activities Leader to guide our activity team, design engaging recreational programs, and promote an active, inclusive community for residents and families. You will develop a monthly calendar, manage budgets, and coordinate transportation for outings, ensuring programs meet diverse resident needs with compassion and dignity.

In this on-site role, you will mentor staff, foster teamwork, and collaborate with residents to sustain vibrant social opportunities

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required.
• Must hold a valid driver’s license.
• Minimum age 21 years or older with clean driving record preferred.
• Experience in activities/life enrichment in a healthcare setting is preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management abilities.
• Proven leadership, mentoring, and motivational skills.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

Responsibilities

• Leads the Activity team, guiding residents through activities and events.
• Designs and facilitates recreational programs, promoting participation from residents, families, employees, and community.
• Creates a monthly activities calendar tailored to residents’ abilities and preferences and tracks participation and progress.
• Oversees the activities budget, inventory of equipment, and resource utilization.
• Manages the Community transportation program, including driving the company van for outings.
• Coordinates the Resident Council to boost resident engagement.
• Maintains the Community newsletter as a resource for resident connection and reflecting core values.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Time management

Organization

Mentoring/Motivation

Interpersonal skills

Education

High school diploma or GED

Job description

Responsibilities:Leads the Activity team, offering guidance and support through each resident activity and eventDesigns and facilitates high-quality recreational and social programs, promoting active participation from residents, family members, employees, and local communityDevelops and implements a monthly activities calendar, thoughtfully tailored to meet the diverse abilities and preferences of each resident, while documenting participation and progressOversees the budget and implementation of a cost-effective activities program, including managing an inventory list of equipment and supplies and maximizing resources availableTakes the wheel in managing our Community transportation program, including driving our company van on organized outingsFosters empowerment and engagement by coordinating the Resident CouncilContinuously assesses the activity program impact, making adjustments as needed to ensure the evolving needs and interests of our residents are consistently metCoordinates our Community newsletter as a resource for resident connection and information; reflecting our mission and core values of love, compassion, and dignityQualifications:High school graduate or GED equivalentMust hold valid driver’s licenseMinimum age of 21 years or older preferred with driving record in good standingPrior activities/life enrichment experience in a healthcare settingStrong organizational and time-management abilitiesMust possess leadership skills and the readiness to mentor, motivate, and inspireDemonstrates exceptional communication and interpersonal skillsBenefits:Advancement and professional growth opportunitiesComprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefit packagesEAP & wellness programs401(k) with biweekly employer match*Outside-In Employee Referral ProgramIntentional work-life balance supported with competitive Paid Time Off*Self-service payroll & accuracy tools (Paycom)*Benefits and eligibility may vary based on employment status (full-time/part-time)