Activity Director

Villas at Lincoln; Lincoln (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 58,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision

401K

Life Insurance

Paid Vacations

Paid Holidays

Tuition Reimbursement

Daily Pay

Employee Appreciation Events

Vendor discounts

Job summary

Villas at Lincoln is seeking an experienced Activity Director to lead and expand a diverse activity program for residents. The role focuses on social, spiritual, educational, and wellness activities aligned with individualized assessments and resident goals.

Responsibilities include supervising Activity Aides, documenting progress in MDS, and building strong ties with families and community partners to support the activities department.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• Satisfactory completion of an Activity Director training course.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program in a nursing facility.

Responsibilities

• Develop and plan activities including group social, spiritual, creative, educational, and exercise programs.
• Oversee Activity Aides and coordinate their efforts.
• Review resident goals and documentation; maintain MDS progress notes.
• Foster relationships with families and community partners supporting the Activity department.

Skills

Program planning

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Activity Director

Job Summary:

NEW FACILITY TO OPEN 9/1/2026! The Activity Director provides ongoing program of activities designed to meet, in accordance with the comprehensive assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident.

Essential Duties:

• Develop and plan activities including, but not limited to: group social activities; spiritual programs; creative and educational programs; and exercise activities.
• Oversight of Activity Aides
• Review resident goals and progress notes properly document MDS reports.
• Foster relationships of family members and community partners that may assist in supporting the Activity department.

Benefits Offered:

• Extremely low-cost Health, Dental, Vision, 401K, and more
• $25,000 Company Paid Life Insurance – at no cost to you
• Leadership Training to enhance your management skills
• Daily Pay - get your money when you want
• Paid Vacations - rolls over each year
• Paid Sick Time
• Paid Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Daily, Weekly, Monthly Employee Appreciation Events
• Birthday, Anniversary Celebrations
• Free Employee Assistance Programs - professional support & guidance on family, money, health, legal services and more
• Huge Discounts at all major retailers (Walmart, Costco, etc.) at no cost to you
• Virtual Visits with Doctors 24/7, without setting up additional accounts or appointments
• Paid Break Time for Nursing Mothers
• Time Off to Vote

Preferred Qualifications:

High School Diploma or its equivalent.

Satisfactory completion of a training course for Activity Directors.

2 years minimum of experience in a social or recreational program in a nursing facility.