Activity Programs Director

Belmont Village Lp; San Diego (CA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 85,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid vacation and personal days

401(k) savings with employer match

Job summary

Belmont Village Lp in San Diego is seeking an Activity Programs Director to lead and innovate programs for senior residents. This role encompasses planning, development, and execution of diverse activities, focusing on wellbeing, learning, and social connections.

The ideal candidate will possess a Bachelor’s degree in a related field and have strong communication and organizational skills. Benefits include competitive compensation and various health plans.

Qualifications

• Experience coordinating activities for groups of 15 or more.
• Ability to work flexible schedules including weekends.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning and execution of activities for residents.
• Manage the Transportation Team including hiring and training.
• Ensure regulatory compliance in program development.

Skills

Creativity

Oral and written communication

Organizational skills

Technology troubleshooting

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Theater, Kinesiology, Education, etc.

Job description

Join the opening leadership team at Belmont Village Rancho Santa Fe, a newly constructed luxury senior living community where exceptional hospitality, innovative programming, and outstanding resident experiences come together. Nestled within the gated community of Lakes of Rancho Santa Fe, our premier Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community offers a unique opportunity to help shape community culture and establish best‑in‑class resident engagement and life enrichment programs from day one.

As the Activity Programs Director, you will lead the planning, development, and execution of activities, life enrichment programs, and resident engagement initiatives that promote wellbeing, lifelong learning, social connection, and purpose for seniors. This leadership role oversees program development, team management, strategic planning, and regulatory compliance while creating meaningful experiences for Independent Living and Assisted Living residents. Supported by experienced Regional and Corporate teams, you will help build an engaging, hospitality‑focused environment where residents thrive and employees make a lasting impact.

Typical Responsibilities

• Promotes resident socialization, growth, learning & development by planning, implementing & engaging residents for activities in the following categories: physical/exercise, entertainment, social, religious, recreational/creative, volunteering, intellectual, special requests of residents.
• Coordinates and accompanies scheduled outings as needed.
• Develops an informative monthly newsletter including a calendar of community events.
• Plans, coordinates & implements decor for special events, seasons and holidays.
• Manages the Transportation Team including interviewing, hiring, training, evaluating, and coaching.
• Provides technological support and training to residents as needed.
• Recruits, trains & coordinates volunteers to support community activities and events.
• Works collaboratively with community management, regional and corporate support teams.
• Effectively communicates with and offers support to resident family members as needed.
• Conducts interviewing and hiring, evaluates employee performance, provides coaching and employee training, and delegates assignments for all direct reports.

Minimum Qualifications

• Experience coordinating and leading dynamic activities with groups of 15 or more.
• Demonstrated strengths in creativity, oral and written communication, and organizational skills.
• Bachelor’s degree in related field such as Therapeutic Recreation, Theater, Kinesiology, Education, etc.
• Demonstrated success in the use of technology in activities and technology troubleshooting skills.
• Ability to work flexible schedules in 24‑hour operation including weekends as needed.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community.

Benefits Available

Belmont Village Senior Living offers full‑time management employees lucrative bonus opportunities, medical, dental, vision, mental health & prescription benefits, paid vacation, paid holidays, paid personal days, earned sick pay, 401(k) savings with employer match, short‑term disability, long‑term disability, and life insurance.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Belmont Village Senior Living is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.