Senior Living Activities Director: Elevate Engagement

Eminence; Dickson (TN); On-site; USD 42,000 - 56,000; Full time

Job summary

Eminence Dickson Health and Rehab in Dickson, TN is seeking an energetic Activity Director to design and lead programs that support the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of residents. You will create a monthly calendar, coordinate diverse activities, document assessments and progress, work with multiple departments, and involve volunteers and community groups to enrich lives.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience in activities or related care; creativity,

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent.
• Experience in activities, recreation, long-term care, or related field preferred.
• Activity Director certification or applicable qualifications preferred or required by standards.
• Experience working with elderly residents and those with dementia is strongly preferred.
• Strong organizational, communication, leadership, and time-management skills.
• Creativity, dependability, patience, and compassion for residents of varying abilities.
• Ability to work independently and with an interdisciplinary team.
• Basic computer and documentation skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and evaluate a comprehensive resident activities program.
• Create and maintain a monthly activity calendar with diverse activities for individuals and groups.
• Coordinate recreational, social, educational, spiritual, and community activities for residents.
• Encourage resident participation while respecting individual choices and preferences.
• Develop activities suitable for residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities, including dementia.
• Complete activity assessments, care plan documentation, progress notes, and related documentation.
• Attend required staff and department meetings and participate in surveys or regulatory processes.
• Coordinate volunteers, entertainers, and outside groups to support programming.

Skills

Organizational skills

Communication skills

Leadership

Time-management

Creativity

Compassionate

Patient

Independence

Teamwork

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

Eminence Dickson Health and Rehab in Dickson, TN is seeking an energetic Activity Director to design and lead programs that support the physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being of residents. You will create a monthly calendar, coordinate diverse activities, document assessments and progress, work with multiple departments, and involve volunteers and community groups to enrich lives.

The role requires a high school diploma and experience in activities or related care; creativity,