Activity Director

Talentify; Freehold (NJ); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay and benefits

Opportunities for professional growth

Supportive work environment

Daily impact on residents' lives

Job summary

Talentify is seeking an energetic Activity Director to plan and oversee a vibrant calendar of recreational, social, and therapeutic programs for our residents in New Jersey. You will bring joy, purpose, and community to residents daily by coordinating engaging activities with nursing and therapy teams.

The ideal candidate has leadership, organizational, and communication skills, compassion, and a solid understanding of long-term care regulations; ADC certification or willingness to obtain is

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, or therapeutic recreation, preferably in healthcare or senior living.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Compassionate, patient, enthusiastic personality.
• Knowledge of state regulations related to activity programs in long-term care.
• ADC certification or willingness to obtain preferred.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee engaging activity programs for residents.
• Coordinate group and individual activities (arts, music, games, outings).
• Collaborate with nursing and therapy to promote resident wellness.
• Maintain participation records and ensure regulatory compliance.
• Supervise activity staff and volunteers.
• Foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere throughout the facility.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Compassion

Education

ADC Certification (or willingness to obtain)

Job description

Activity Director

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Position Summary

We’re seeking an energetic, creative, and organized Activity Director to plan and oversee a vibrant calendar of recreational, social, and therapeutic programs for our residents. This is an exciting opportunity to bring joy, purpose, and community to the people we serve every day.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement engaging activity programs tailored to residents’ needs and interests


• Coordinate group and individual activities such as arts & crafts, music, games, exercise, outings, and celebrations


• Work collaboratively with nursing and therapy departments to promote resident wellness


• Maintain accurate participation records and comply with state and federal regulations


• Supervise and support activity staff and volunteers


• Foster a positive, inclusive atmosphere throughout the facility

Qualifications for Activity Director

• Previous experience in an activities, recreation, or therapeutic recreation role (preferably in a healthcare or senior living setting)


• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills


• Compassionate, patient, and enthusiastic personality


• Knowledge of state regulations related to activity programs in long-term care


• Certification as an Activity Director (ADC) or willingness to obtain is preferred

Why Join Us

• Supportive and friendly work environment


• Opportunities for professional growth


• Make a daily impact on the lives of residents


• Competitive pay and benefits

If you have a passion for enriching lives through creativity and connection, we’d love to hear from you.