Director of Activities

Apploi; Tucson (AZ); On-site; USD 65,000 - 90,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

Meaningful impact on residents' lives

Supportive, team-oriented environment

Opportunity to bring new ideas to the

Job summary

Apploi seeks a compassionate Director of Activities to lead resident engagement and recreational programming at a skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Tucson, AZ. You will design and oversee a calendar of activities, tailor programs to individual needs, and promote social interaction and emotional well-being for residents.

Collaborate with nursing, social services, and other teams to support care plans, maintain compliant records, and coordinate volunteers and community partnerships.

Qualifications

• Experience in activities, recreation, or life enrichment; long-term care preferred.
• Strong leadership, organization, and communication skills.
• Creativity and enthusiasm for working with older adults.
• Ability to plan programs for residents with varying needs.
• Knowledge of skilled nursing activity requirements preferred.
• Relevant certifications or credentials as required by regulations.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive calendar of recreational and social activities.
• Plan engaging programs tailored to residents' interests, abilities, and individual needs.
• Coordinate entertainment, holiday celebrations, games, arts and crafts, music, group events, and special programs.
• Encourage resident participation and promote social interaction and emotional well-being.
• Collaborate with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and other departments to support resident care plans.
• Maintain accurate activity records and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.
• Coordinate volunteers, community partnerships, and outside entertainment.
• Supervise and support activities staff as applicable.
• Create a welcoming environment that promotes resident choice, dignity, and quality of life.

Skills

Leadership

Organization

Communication

Creativity

Program planning

Older adults

Education

Healthcare certification

Job description

Make a Difference in the Lives of Our Residents

A skilled nursing and rehabilitation facility in Tucson, Arizona, is seeking a creative, compassionate, and energetic Director of Activities to lead resident engagement and recreational programming.

This is an excellent opportunity for a motivated professional who enjoys developing meaningful experiences, building relationships, and helping residents maintain an active, fulfilling lifestyle.

Responsibilities

• Develop and oversee a comprehensive calendar of recreational and social activities.

• Plan engaging programs tailored to residents' interests, abilities, and individual needs.

• Coordinate entertainment, holiday celebrations, games, arts and crafts, music, group events, and special programs.

• Encourage resident participation and promote social interaction and emotional well-being.

• Collaborate with nursing, social services, rehabilitation, and other departments to support resident care plans.

• Maintain accurate activity records and documentation in accordance with applicable regulations.

• Coordinate volunteers, community partnerships, and outside entertainment.

• Supervise and support activities staff as applicable.

• Create a welcoming environment that promotes resident choice, dignity, and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Previous experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, or a related field; long-term care experience preferred.

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.

• Creativity, enthusiasm, and a genuine passion for working with older adults.

• Ability to plan programs for residents with varying cognitive, physical, and social needs.

• Knowledge of applicable skilled nursing activity requirements preferred.

• Relevant education, certification, or credentials as required by applicable regulations.

What We Offer

• Competitive pay based on experience.

• Opportunity to make a meaningful impact on residents' lives.

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment.

• An opportunity to bring new ideas and engaging programs to the community.