Senior Living Activities Director — PTO & Tuition Reimbursement

MGM Healthcare; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive pay based on experience

PTO accrual for full-time

6 observed holidays with premium pay

Education reimbursement up to $5,000/1

Take home up to 75% of net wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, dental, vision, life

Job summary

Woodland Care and Rehab Center is seeking an Activities Director to create engaging monthly activity calendars and coordinate programs for residents. You will plan events, work with volunteers, and ensure accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes interaction with residents and families, maintaining safety, and supporting marketing initiatives. The position requires strong teamwork, communication, and the ability to respond quickly in emergencies.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one full-time in patient activities in healthcare.
• Missouri CNA license preferred.
• Experience with psychiatric patient care techniques and understanding of mental illness.
• Ability to work cooperatively as a team.

Responsibilities

• Develop monthly calendar of activities; schedule, preplan and implement based on facility activity schedule.
• Photograph and submit activity results for special media pages.
• Plan and organize special activities, including marketing events.
• Coordinate volunteers from organizations to work with residents on interests.
• Prepare special snacks with residents; set up dining room tables for activities.
• Complete required logs and reports in a timely manner.
• Assist residents to and from common areas as per care plan; encourage participation.
• Perform concierge duties and support other departments as needed.
• Work weekends, holidays and evenings as required.

Skills

Teamwork

Communication with residents and their

Emergency response

Confidentiality

Training techniques knowledge

Education

CNA license Missouri preferred

Tools

Basic computer knowledge

Job description

Woodland Care and Rehab Center is seeking an Activities Director to create engaging monthly activity calendars and coordinate programs for residents. You will plan events, work with volunteers, and ensure accurate documentation.

The role emphasizes interaction with residents and families, maintaining safety, and supporting marketing initiatives. The position requires strong teamwork, communication, and the ability to respond quickly in emergencies.