Resident Activities Director - Senior Care Programs

PACS Group; Sarasota (FL); On-site; USD 36,000 - 41,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group is seeking an Activity Director to lead the facility's activity department, planning and directing resident-centered programs aligned with state and federal standards.

The role involves developing schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating with staff, residents, families, and agencies, and supporting discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives. Must have a high school diploma and likely LTC experience; certification is preferred.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• One year of experience in a long-term care facility preferred.
• Ability to read and understand technical procedures.
• Ability to read and comprehend policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to present information clearly to managers and staff.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.
• Ability to solve practical problems.
• Ability to interpret varied written, oral, diagram, or schedule instructions.
• Activity Director certification (if applicable).

Responsibilities

• Plan and direct resident-centered activities for the facility.
• Keep abreast of current federal and state regulations and professional standards.
• Coordinate communication among staff, residents, families, support personnel, and agencies.
• Participate in community planning related to facility interests and resident needs.
• Participate in facility surveys and quality improvement initiatives.
• Develop action plans to correct deficiencies and share reports with Administrator.
• Assist in discharge planning and activity care plans for residents.
• Arrange transportation for residents when needed.
• Develop monthly activity schedules including outings and in-room activities.
• Encourage resident participation in self-initiated activities and provide reading materials.

Skills

Reading procedures

Policy comprehension

Presenting information

Math concepts

Problem solving

Instruction interpretation

Education

High school diploma

1-year LTC experience

Job description

PACS Group is seeking an Activity Director to lead the facility's activity department, planning and directing resident-centered programs aligned with state and federal standards.

The role involves developing schedules, ensuring regulatory compliance, coordinating with staff, residents, families, and agencies, and supporting discharge planning and quality improvement initiatives. Must have a high school diploma and likely LTC experience; certification is preferred.