Recreational Services Director

West Branch Geriatric Village Inc; Petoskey (MI); On-site; USD 42,000 - 66,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Daily Pay

Tuition Reimbursement Program

401(k) with company match

Medical Insurance

Dental, Vision, and Disability ins.

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Villa Perks (employee discount)

Training Programs

Growth and Advancement

Paid Time Off

Job summary

Villa At the Bay is seeking a Recreational Services Director to plan, implement and evaluate recreational, physical, emotional and psychosocial programs for residents according to assessments and care plans. You will lead activity programming, prepare monthly schedules, coordinate volunteers, and document progress in residents' records.

Ideal candidates have state licensing as a therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional, with 2 years in social or recreational settings (health

Qualifications

• Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional licensed or registered by the State.
• Has completed a State-approved training course.
• Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program; health care setting preferred.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Implements activity programming as planned and assigned to meet resident needs.
• Prepares and posts a monthly schedule of activities.
• Coordinates, directs, and conducts all planned activities.
• Documents in resident medical records and updates care plans with progress notes.
• Attends care conferences and reports to Administrator on a regular basis.
• Assists with resident council and coordinates volunteers.

Skills

English proficiency

Verbal & written communication

Group leadership

MS Office

Education

State-approved training

Qualified recreation professional

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Villa At the Bay is seeking a Recreational Services Director to join their team! The Recreational Services Director plans, implements and evaluates recreational, physical, emotional and psychosocial programs in accordance with the resident’s assessment and care plan.

Recreational Services Director Duties and Responsibilities:

• Implements activity programming as planned and assigned to meet the functional levels, needs and interests of each resident.
• Prepares and posts a monthly schedule of activities.
• Coordinates, directs, and/or conducts all planned activities.
• Documents in patient/resident’s medical record as appropriate.
• Charts patient/resident attitude, participation level, etc.
• Attends patient/resident care conferences, making updates to Activity care plans with progress notes, goals, and treatment plans.
• Confers with and reports to Administrator on a regular basis or as particular situations require.
• Assists with resident council by providing a meeting place, nametags, and other assistance as determined by resident council.
• Coordinates volunteer services through orientation, training, and direction of volunteers.
• Prepares and plans department budget for equipment, supplies, programs, and labor and submits to Administrator for review, recommendation, and approval. Seeks methods to control costs.
• Handles department equipment according to standard procedures.
• Assists residents to and from activity programs and outings.
• Provides input to the assessment and evaluation of the resident’s participation when requested.
• All other duties, as assigned.

Recreational Services DirectorSkills and Abilities:

• Ability to read, write, and communicate in English.
• Ability to relate positively, effectively, and appropriately and independently with patients, families, and other staff members.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills to perform the tasks required and lead groups in activities.
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications; proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).

Recreational Services Director Education and Experience:

• Must be a qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is licensed or registered, as required, by the State and is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or as an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
• Has completed a training course approved by the State.
• Has 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program; experience in a health care setting preferred.
• At least 2 years of supervisory experience preferred.

Physical Requirements:

• Walking, reaching, bending, lifting, extended sitting, grasping, fine hand coordination, pushing and pulling, ability to distinguish smells and temperatures, all with or without the aid of mechanical devices is required.
• Limited potential for exposure to environmental hazards. Understanding and adherence to company safety standards and protocols required.

Villa Healthcare Benefits:

• Daily Pay & Competitive Compensation
• Tuition Reimbursement Program
• 401(k) with company match
• Medical Insurance
• Dental, Vision, and Disability insurance
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Access to Villa Perks, an Employee Discount Program
• Innovative Training Programs
• Opportunity for Growth and Advancement
• Paid Time Off
• And much more!

*The above company benefits apply to full-time employees working 30 or more hours per week. Eligibility for specific benefits may vary depending on employment status and location.

Why Villa?

At Villa, we believe great care begins with how we treat our people. When our team members feel supported, respected, and empowered, better outcomes follow for residents and their families.

Whether you're at the bedside or behind the scenes, your work matters here because every role contributes to someone’s comfort, dignity, and healing. When you join Villa, you are not just building a career. You are becoming part of a team united by purpose.

We support our team members through mentorship, professional development, and a culture built on collaboration, trust, and growth, so you can continue to learn, contribute, and make a meaningful impact.

Villa Healthcare has a long and successful history of providing both short- and long-term skilled nursing care. We are committed to personalized, integrated care that considers the total well‑being of every guest and their family members and goes beyond simply meeting expectations. This commitment is reflected in our empathetic and respectful culture, where we honor individual preferences and needs so each guest can feel at home while working toward optimal health outcomes.

At Villa, we believe in making people better, and our B.E.T.T.E.R. Service Excellence Code of Conduct guides how we show up every day. As a member of the Villa team, employees are expected to uphold these standards by Being welcoming to all, Establishing meaningful relationships, demonstrating Trust and respect, supporting Teamwork, Engaging and communicating openly, and Recognizing one another’s contributions.

Villa Healthcare Facilities are Equal Opportunity Employers and do not discriminate based on any protected right such as race, color, nationality, gender, age, disability or any protected applicable right under the National Labor Relations Act.