Activity Director

Oak Park Place; Madison (WI); On-site; USD 25,000 - 36,000; Full time

Job summary

Oak Park Place is in Madison, Wisconsin, seeking an Activity Director to plan and run engaging programs for residents. You will organize activities that entertain, exercise, and relax residents, while encouraging hobbies and coordinating parties, crafts, games and other events.

Strong planning and independent work are essential. Previous experience with seniors is preferred, and an associate degree is recommended.

Qualifications

• Two years of previous experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years.
• Associate degree preferred.
• Previous experience in a supervisory role.
• Previous experience working with seniors is preferred.
• Strong organizational and planning skills required.
• Ability to work independently is a must.

Responsibilities

• Plan and organize activities that provide entertainment, exercise and relaxation for residents.
• Encourage hobbies and plan parties, crafts, games and other activities.

Education

Associate degree preferred

Two years experience in social or recreational program (last 5 years)

Supervisory experience

Experience with seniors

Strong organizational and planning skills

Ability to work independently

Job description

Welcome to Oak Park Place, where your talents are celebrated, your growth is nurtured, and your work truly matters. We employ passionate individuals that are looking to help us write the next best chapter of our residents’ lives!

The Activity Director responsibilities include planning and organizing activities that provide entertainment, exercise and relaxation for our residents, encouraging hobbies, planning parties, crafts, games and other activities.

Activity Director Qualifications:

• Two years of previous experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years
• Associate degree preferred
• Previous experience in a supervisory role
• Previous experience working with seniors is preferred
• Strong organizational and planning skills required
• Ability to work independently is a must

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