Activity Director

Willows of Bay City; Hampton Township (MI); On-site; USD 30,000 - 55,000; Full time

Job summary

Willows of Bay City is seeking an energetic Activity Director to join our growing team in Michigan. The ideal candidate will have strong communication skills and experience in geriatrics, community mental health, recreation, or social administration.

Responsibilities include planning and leading a wide range of resident activities, organizing off‑site trips, arranging transportation, coordinating with staff, and producing event materials. Background checks are required.

Qualifications

• Two years experience in geriatrics, recreation, community mental health, or social administration preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic.
• Must be able to work with others in setting up for events.
• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.
• Must be able to complete small setups independently.
• Must be able to assist residents physically in boarding the bus, sitting, standing and walking.
• Must pass background check.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate and lead a wide scope of social and recreational activities for all residents.
• Plan off-campus trips for residents and attend many of the trips.
• Arrange transportation to events and programs as needed.
• Coordinate with ground crews to enhance the resident experience.
• Create, post and distribute information about events and programs.
• Assist with purchasing necessary supplies and materials.
• Conduct orientation for new residents and serve as a resource for residents.
• Alert leadership staff of concerns pertaining to residents.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Arithmetic

Resident support

Lifting 30 lbs

Job description

We are looking for an energetic Activity Director to join our growing team! The right candidate has excellent communication skills and experience in geriatrics, community mental health, recreation, or social administration

All teachers and creative professionals are welcome to apply!

Responsibilities

• Plans and coordinate and lead a wide scope of social and recreational activities with the intent of including all residents in some area of activity

• Plans off-campus trips for residents and attends many of the trips

• Assists in arranging transportation to events and programs when necessary, including bus transportation and other vehicle transportation, scheduling community driver or outside resource

• Works with ground crews to attain the best growing experience for residents

• Creates, posts, and/or distributes information and material regarding events, programs, activities, etc.

• Assists with purchasing necessary supplies, films, crafts, etc.

• Conducts an orientation for new residents, serves as a resource person for residents

• Alerts leadership staff of concerns pertaining to residents

Qualifications

• Two years experience in geriatrics, recreation, community mental health, or social administration preferred

• Ability to communicate effectively and perform simple arithmetic

• Must be able to work with others in setting up for events

• Must be able to lift up to 30 lbs.

• Must be able to complete small set-ups independently

• Must be able to assist residents physically in boarding the bus, sitting, standing and walking

• Must pass background check

We are an equal opportunity employer and prohibit discrimination/harassment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.