Activity Director

Nivram Management; Chicago (IL); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, dental, and vision insurance

401(k) with employer match

Supportive leadership and team

Professional development opportunities

Create meaningful programs for adults

Team-oriented long-term care env.

Job summary

Central Nursing Home seeks a compassionate Activities Director to lead resident activity and engagement programs. You will design and coordinate multifaceted activities supporting social, emotional, cognitive, and physical well-being, while fostering participation and meaningful daily experiences.

Responsibilities include planning calendars, collaborating with multiple departments, supervising staff, and maintaining records.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, social services, long-term care, or a related field preferred.
• Previous experience working with older adults preferred.
• Strong organizational and time-management skills.
• Creative approach to developing resident-centered programming.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and oversee resident activity programs.
• Create an activity calendar that provides a variety of recreational, social, educational, and therapeutic opportunities.
• Develop programs based on resident interests, abilities, needs, and preferences.
• Encourage resident participation and engagement in individual and group activities.
• Coordinate special events, celebrations, outings, and facility programs.
• Supervise and provide direction to Activities Department staff.
• Maintain accurate activity documentation and resident participation records.
• Complete required assessments and contribute to resident care planning.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, dietary, rehabilitation, and other departments.
• Communicate with residents and families regarding activities and programming.
• Assist residents who may require additional encouragement or individualized activities.
• Maintain activity supplies, equipment, and program areas.
• Support volunteer and community involvement when appropriate.
• Ensure activity programming meets applicable regulatory and facility requirements.
• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives as required.
• Promote resident dignity, independence, choice, and quality of life.

Skills

Organizational skills

Time management

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Leadership

Job description

Create Meaningful Experiences. Encourage Engagement. Support Quality of Life.

Central Nursing Home is seeking a compassionate, creative, and organized Activities Director to lead our resident activity and engagement programs.

The Activities Director plays an important role in creating a welcoming and engaging environment for our residents. This position is responsible for developing and coordinating programs that support residents' social, emotional, recreational, cognitive, and physical well-being while encouraging participation and meaningful daily experiences.

What We Offer

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• 401(k) with employer match

• Supportive leadership and collaborative team environment

• Professional development opportunities

• Opportunity to create meaningful programs for residents

• Team-oriented long-term care environment

Your Responsibilities Will Include

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and oversee resident activity programs

• Create an activity calendar that provides a variety of recreational, social, educational, and therapeutic opportunities

• Develop programs based on resident interests, abilities, needs, and preferences

• Encourage resident participation and engagement in individual and group activities

• Coordinate special events, celebrations, outings, and facility programs

• Supervise and provide direction to Activities Department staff

• Maintain accurate activity documentation and resident participation records

• Complete required assessments and contribute to resident care planning

• Collaborate with nursing, social services, dietary, rehabilitation, and other departments

• Communicate with residents and families regarding activities and programming

• Assist residents who may require additional encouragement or individualized activities

• Maintain activity supplies, equipment, and program areas

• Support volunteer and community involvement when appropriate

• Ensure activity programming meets applicable regulatory and facility requirements

• Participate in interdisciplinary meetings, care conferences, and quality improvement initiatives as required

• Promote resident dignity, independence, choice, and quality of life

What We're Looking For

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, social services, long-term care, or a related field preferred

• Previous experience working with older adults preferred

• Strong organizational and time-management skills

• Creative approach to developing resident-centered programming

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills

• Ability to lead, motivate, and engage residents and staff

• Ability to manage multiple responsibilities and maintain required documentation

• Compassionate, dependable, and resident-focused approach

• Knowledge of long-term care regulations and activity programming preferred

• Must meet applicable health and background requirements

Work Setting

Skilled Nursing Facility | Long-Term Care

Resident-Centered Programming | Collaborative Team Environment

At Central Nursing Home, activities are an important part of helping residents remain connected, engaged, and involved in their community. The Activities Director will have the opportunity to build meaningful programs that support residents' interests, abilities, and overall quality of life.