Senior Living Activities Director: Plan, Engage, Enrich

PACS Group; Carson City (NV); On-site; USD 36,000 - 39,000; Full time

Job summary

PACS Group in Carson City is seeking an Activity Director to plan, organize, develop, and direct the activity department in a long-term care facility. The role focuses on resident-centered activities designed to meet physical, mental, and psychosocial needs, while adhering to applicable standards and guidelines.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably one year in a long-term care setting, and Activity Director certification.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent; one year of long-term care experience preferred.
• Activity Director certification required.
• Ability to read and interpret policy and procedure manuals.
• Ability to read technical procedures.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills with residents, families and staff.
• Ability to apply fractions, percentages, ratios and proportions.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct resident-centered activities.
• Stay current with federal/state regulations and professional standards.
• Communicate effectively with staff, residents, families, and regulators.
• Participate in community planning and facility surveys.
• Develop activity schedules and arrange transportation as needed.
• Ensure progress notes are descriptive of services and resident responses.

Skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Team leadership

Policy interpretation

Education

High school diploma or equivalent

Job description

PACS Group in Carson City is seeking an Activity Director to plan, organize, develop, and direct the activity department in a long-term care facility. The role focuses on resident-centered activities designed to meet physical, mental, and psychosocial needs, while adhering to applicable standards and guidelines.

Requires a high school diploma or equivalent, preferably one year in a long-term care setting, and Activity Director certification.