Activity Director

SNF Hires; Kentucky; On-site; USD 50,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Benefits package

Paid time off

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Supportive leadership

Meaningful impact

Career growth

Job summary

SNF Hires is seeking an experienced Activity Director to lead our resident engagement and recreational programming at a skilled nursing facility in Kentucky. You will develop, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive activities program to enhance quality of life and person-centered care.

Responsibilities include planning diverse activities, supervising staff, ensuring regulatory compliance, and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to promote participation and well-being.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Activity Director, Activities Coordinator, Recreation Director, Life Enrichment Director, or similar role in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), rehabilitation center, long-term care facility, or assisted living community preferred.
• Experience managing activity programming for geriatric and rehabilitation populations.
• Strong organizational, communication, event planning, and leadership skills.
• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to resident activities.
• MEPAP certification, Activity Director certification, or other recognized credentials are preferred but not required.
• Compassionate, energetic, and resident-focused approach to care.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive activities program for residents in a skilled nursing facility and long-term care setting.
• Create engaging recreational, therapeutic, educational, social, cultural, and community-based activities.
• Promote resident participation, independence, dignity, and emotional well-being.
• Coordinate special events, holiday celebrations, outings, entertainment, and volunteer programs.
• Complete activity assessments and develop individualized activity plans based on resident interests and needs.
• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations regarding resident activities.
• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, dietary, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident quality of life.
• Supervise activity staff and volunteers while providing leadership and mentorship.
• Maintain accurate documentation and activity records.
• Develop innovative programming that encourages socialization, engagement, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity.

Skills

Event planning

Leadership

Communication

Organization

Team coordination

Education

MEPAP certification or Activity Director certification

Job description

A long term care facility is seeking an experienced Activity Director to lead our resident engagement and recreational programming department at a respected skilled nursing and long-term care community.

This is an excellent opportunity for a creative, energetic leader who is committed to enhancing quality of life, resident satisfaction, and person-centered care through meaningful activities and enrichment programs.

Activity Director Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, coordinate, and implement a comprehensive activities program for residents in a skilled nursing facility and long-term care setting.

• Create engaging recreational, therapeutic, educational, social, cultural, and community-based activities.

• Promote resident participation, independence, dignity, and emotional well-being.

• Coordinate special events, holiday celebrations, outings, entertainment, and volunteer programs.

• Complete activity assessments and develop individualized activity plans based on resident interests and needs.

• Ensure compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations regarding resident activities.

• Collaborate with nursing, rehabilitation, social services, dietary, and interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident quality of life.

• Supervise activity staff and volunteers while providing leadership and mentorship.

• Maintain accurate documentation and activity records.

• Develop innovative programming that encourages socialization, engagement, cognitive stimulation, and physical activity.

Qualifications

• Previous experience as an Activity Director, Activities Coordinator, Recreation Director, Life Enrichment Director, or similar role in a skilled nursing facility (SNF), rehabilitation center, long-term care facility, or assisted living community preferred.

• Experience managing activity programming for geriatric and rehabilitation populations.

• Strong organizational, communication, event planning, and leadership skills.

• Knowledge of state and federal regulations related to resident activities.

• MEPAP certification, Activity Director certification, or other recognized credentials are preferred but not required. Qualified candidates with relevant experience are encouraged to apply.

• Compassionate, energetic, and resident-focused approach to care.

Why Join Us?

• Competitive salary

• Comprehensive benefits package

• Paid time off

• Health, dental, and vision insurance

• Supportive leadership team

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives

• Career growth and advancement opportunities

Job Type: Full-Time