Resident Activities & Wellness Director

Avinahc; Milwaukee (WI); On-site; USD 48,000 - 66,000; Full time

Job summary

Avinahc is seeking an Activities Director to lead independent living resident programs, planning social, cultural, recreational, and wellness activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities. You will coordinate outings, entertainment, and educational events with a focus on safety, clear communication, and accurate billing.

The role involves collaboration with residents, staff, entertainers, vendors, and the marketing team to promote engagement and community connections within the

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required; associate or bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Experience planning and leading activities, events, or resident services for older adults preferred.
• CPR/AED and first-aid certification or ability to obtain within required timeframe.
• Proficient with calendars, email, word processing, publications, digital signage, and basic billing/recordkeeping; TELS experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Lead Independent Living activities and maintain an inclusive environment.
• Create a balanced activities calendar for a wide range of interests and participation levels.
• Schedule entertainment, birthday party, and outings monthly.
• Provide weekly movie programming with diverse daytime/evening showings.
• Attend outings, coordinate logistics, and ensure safety procedures.
• Plan and facilitate social, cultural, recreational, educational, wellness, and special events.
• Monitor participation and adjust offerings for relevance and accessibility.
• Participate in monthly meetings to share updates and gather input.

Skills

Plan and lead activities

Calendar management

Publications & digital signage

Billing/recordkeeping systems

CPR/AED and First Aid

TELS familiarity

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Associate or Bachelor’s degree in recreation, hospitality, wellness, gerontology, event management, or related field (preferred)

Tools

TELS

Job description

Avinahc is seeking an Activities Director to lead independent living resident programs, planning social, cultural, recreational, and wellness activities tailored to residents' interests and abilities. You will coordinate outings, entertainment, and educational events with a focus on safety, clear communication, and accurate billing.

The role involves collaboration with residents, staff, entertainers, vendors, and the marketing team to promote engagement and community connections within the