Creative Recreation Leader — Senior Living Activities

Hillcrest Health Services; Papillion (NE); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Vision, dental & life insurance

Dayforce Wallet

Gym membership reimbursement

Career growth opportunities

Job summary

Hillcrest Health & Living in Papillion, NE, is seeking a Recreation Leader for the Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages. You will plan and lead activities to engage elders, fostering social connection, creativity, and well-being through group and individual offerings.

You will collaborate with nursing, dining, and social services to support overall elder experiences, document activities, and adapt programs for diverse abilities in a fast-paced senior living setting.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent preferred.
• Experience in recreation, activities, senior living, healthcare, hospitality, or education preferred.
• Experience planning or leading group activities or events is helpful.

Responsibilities

• Plan and lead group and individual activities based on elder interests and preferences.
• Create engaging opportunities that promote socialization, movement, creativity, and fun.
• Complete recreation and leisure assessments to understand interests and needs.
• Support care planning and required activity documentation.
• Assist with MDS-related recreation documentation as needed.
• Coordinate calendars and keep activities fresh and engaging.
• Provide one-on-one activities and companionship as needed.
• Develop sensory and enrichment activities for varied cognitive or physical needs.
• Coordinate parties, celebrations, and seasonal activities.

Skills

Energetic personality

Creativity

Communication skills

Teamwork

Organization

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Hillcrest Health & Living in Papillion, NE, is seeking a Recreation Leader for the Hillcrest Country Estates Cottages. You will plan and lead activities to engage elders, fostering social connection, creativity, and well-being through group and individual offerings.

You will collaborate with nursing, dining, and social services to support overall elder experiences, document activities, and adapt programs for diverse abilities in a fast-paced senior living setting.