Senior Living Activities Director

Award Care

Florida

On-site

USD 48,000 - 70,000

Full time

6 days ago
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Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation package
Paid Time Off (PTO)
Comprehensive health insurance
Opportunities for professional growth

Job summary

Award Care invites applications for an Activity Director who will lead resident engagement and foster a vibrant community. You will plan, implement, and supervise engaging programs that support residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with residents, families, staff, and volunteers while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards.

Qualifications

  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent combination of education and experience.
  • Minimum of two years in therapeutic recreation or activity programming.
  • Supervisory or leadership experience preferred.
  • Knowledge of regulatory requirements and compliance practices related to resident activities.
  • Strong leadership, communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

  • Plan, organize, implement, and direct a comprehensive activities program designed to meet the individual interests, needs, and abilities of residents.
  • Conduct and document resident assessments to identify recreational, therapeutic, and social needs.
  • Develop, implement, and evaluate individualized activity care plans that promote resident engagement and overall well-being.
  • Ensure compliance with all applicable regulations, documentation standards, and quality assurance requirements.
  • Recruit, train, supervise, and support activity department staff and volunteers.
  • Develop and manage departmental budgets while maintaining cost-effective operations.
  • Coordinate special events, community partnerships, and off-site recreational outings.
  • Foster positive relationships with residents, families, staff, volunteers, and community organizations.
  • Promote resident participation in activities that enhance quality of life and encourage social interaction.
  • Continuously evaluate and improve programming to ensure meaningful and engaging experiences for residents.

Skills

Leadership
Communication
Organizational skills
Interpersonal skills
Compassionate care

Education

Bachelor's degree or equivalent

Job description

Award Care invites applications for an Activity Director who will lead resident engagement and foster a vibrant community. You will plan, implement, and supervise engaging programs that support residents' physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being.

The role requires strong leadership, excellent communication, and the ability to collaborate with residents, families, staff, and volunteers while ensuring regulatory compliance and quality standards.

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