Senior Living Activities Director: Elevate Resident Wellness

The Parkdale Senior Living; Commerce (CA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Job summary

The Parkdale Senior Living in Clinton Twp, MI is seeking a dedicated Activities Director to design and execute a comprehensive activity program that supports residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.

You will create monthly calendars, organize events and outings, manage budgets and spaces, and collaborate with care teams to align activities with individualized care plans, while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.

Qualifications

• Strong communication with residents, families, and staff.
• Experience in Recreation and Therapeutic Recreation for resident-centered programs.
• Proficient in planning events and community outings.
• Ability to budget and manage resources.
• Prior senior living or long-term care experience preferred.
• Knowledge of dementia-friendly activities preferred.
• Excellent organizational skills and time management.

Responsibilities

• Design, organize, and implement a comprehensive activity program for residents.
• Create monthly calendars and coordinate events, outings and community activities.
• Manage activity materials, spaces and budgets; ensure safety and regulatory standards.
• Collaborate with care teams to align activities with residents’ needs and care plans.
• Document participation and outcomes; communicate schedules to residents, families and staff.

Skills

Communication

Recreation therapy

Event planning

Budgeting

Senior living experience

Dementia-friendly care

Organization

Education

High school diploma

Recreation/therapeutic recreation degree

Social work related field

Job description

The Parkdale Senior Living in Clinton Twp, MI is seeking a dedicated Activities Director to design and execute a comprehensive activity program that supports residents’ physical, cognitive, and emotional well-being.

You will create monthly calendars, organize events and outings, manage budgets and spaces, and collaborate with care teams to align activities with individualized care plans, while maintaining safety and regulatory standards.