Certified Activity Director

Fox Subacute - Philadelphia; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 50,000 - 70,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Paid time off

401(k) plan

Professional development

Job summary

Fox Subacute in Philadelphia is seeking a Certified Activity Director to develop engaging recreational programs for residents. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, and passionate about improving quality of life.

The role includes planning activities based on residents' needs, ensuring compliance with regulations, and fostering a supportive environment. The position offers a competitive salary, medical benefits, and professional development opportunities.

Qualifications

• Current Activity Director certification required.
• Previous experience in a nursing or senior care setting preferred.
• Dependable, professional, and able to work independently.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a monthly activities calendar.
• Plan individual and group activities based on residents’ needs.
• Organize entertainment, games, and holiday celebrations.
• Conduct resident assessments for individualized plans.
• Ensure activities are conducted safely.

Skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Creative programming

Person-centered care

Education

Activity Director certification

Job description

Fox Subacute is seeking aCertified Activity Director to lead and develop meaningful, engaging, and person-centered recreational programs for our residents. The ideal candidate is compassionate, creative, organized, and passionate about improving the quality of life of our residents.

The Activity Director will oversee the planning, implementation, and evaluation of a comprehensive activities program designed to meet the social, emotional, physical, cognitive, and spiritual needs of our residents.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a diverse monthly activities calendar.

• Plan and coordinate individual and group activities based on residents’ interests, abilities, and care needs.

• Organize entertainment, games, arts and crafts, music, exercise, outings, holiday celebrations, and special events.

• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual preferences and independence.

• Coordinate activities with nursing, dietary, social services, rehabilitation, and other departments.

• Maintain accurate documentation and records.

• Conduct resident assessments and use the information to develop individualized activity plans.

• Develop relationships with community organizations, entertainers, schools, and volunteers.

• Ensure activities are conducted safely and in accordance with facility policies and applicable regulations.

• Participate in care plan meetings and interdisciplinary team activities as required.

• Create a warm, welcoming environment that promotes dignity, purpose, and social connection.

Qualifications

• Current Activity Director certification required (such as an applicable state-approved or nationally recognized certification).

• Previous experience working in a nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or senior care setting preferred.

• Strong communication, leadership, and organizational skills.

• Creative and enthusiastic approach to resident programming.

• Ability to work effectively with older adults, families, staff, volunteers, and community partners.

• Knowledge of person-centered care and activities programming.

• Must be dependable, professional, and able to work independently.

What We Offer

• Competitive salary

• Medical, dental, and vision benefits

• Paid time off

• Paid holidays

• 401(k) or retirement plan

• Professional development opportunities

• Supportive and collaborative work environment

• Opportunity to make a meaningful difference in residents’ lives

Fox Subacute is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, veteran status, or any other protected status.