Senior Living Activities Director – Flexible Scheduling

Waunakee Manor; West Des Moines (IA); On-site; USD 41,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Flexible scheduling

Career growth

Engaged team

Job summary

Arbor Springs is seeking an Activities Director / Community Life Director to lead our Activities and Recreation operations for the 56-bed senior living community in Des Moines, IA.

You will develop and oversee a resident-centered activity and volunteer program, ensuring dignity, respect, and a positive environment for residents and staff.

Ideal candidates hold a recreation-related degree or CAP certification and have two years of supervisory experience in senior living.

Qualifications

• College degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, Adult Education, Marketing or Public Relations.
• Certified Activity Professional and 3–5 years experience preferably in assisted living or memory care.
• Two years supervisory/management experience including hiring, coaching, performance management.
• Senior living experience required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and management for the Activities and Recreation operations for the community.
• Develop and lead a resident-centered activity and volunteer program.

Skills

Leadership

Staff supervision

Volunteer coordination

Communication

Education

College degree in Recreation or related field

Certified Activity Professional (CAP)

Job description

Arbor Springs is seeking an Activities Director / Community Life Director to lead our Activities and Recreation operations for the 56-bed senior living community in Des Moines, IA.

You will develop and oversee a resident-centered activity and volunteer program, ensuring dignity, respect, and a positive environment for residents and staff.

Ideal candidates hold a recreation-related degree or CAP certification and have two years of supervisory experience in senior living.