Certified Activity Director

Fox Subacute; Philadelphia, Northern (Philadelphia County, KY); Hybrid; USD 48,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive salary

Medical, dental, and vision benefits

Paid time off

Paid holidays

401(k) or retirement plan

Professional development opportunities

Supportive and collaborative work envr

Opportunity to make a meaningful diff

Job summary

Fox Subacute is seeking a Certified Activity Director to lead and develop meaningful, person-centered recreational programs for residents. The role emphasizes compassionate, organized leadership and a commitment to improving quality of life.

You will oversee planning, implementing, and evaluating a comprehensive activities program, collaborate with nursing and other departments, and ensure safe, engaging activities that meet residents' social, emotional, and cognitive needs.

Qualifications

• Current Activity Director certification required.
• Experience in nursing home or senior care 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.

Responsibilities

• Develop and maintain a diverse monthly activities calendar.
• Plan and coordinate individual and group activities based on residents' interests and care needs.
• Organize entertainment, games, arts and crafts, music, exercise, and special events.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting independence.
• Coordinate activities with nursing, dietary, social services, rehabilitation, and other departments.
• Maintain accurate documentation and records.
• Conduct resident assessments and develop individualized activity plans.
• Build relationships with community organizations and volunteers.
• Ensure activities are conducted safely and per regulations.

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.