Senior Living Activities Director: PTO & Tuition Reimbursement

Woodland Care & Rehab Center; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

PTO accrual

Holiday premium pay

Tuition reimbursement up to $5,000 per

Take-home pay up to 75% of net wages

401(k) with company match

Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and more

Job summary

Woodland Care and Rehab Center is seeking a dedicated Activities Director to lead monthly activity calendars, organize events, and enhance resident engagement in a supportive elder-care environment.

You will coordinate volunteers, work with families, and help plan marketing events while maintaining safety and documentation standards. A CNA license is preferred, with strong communication and teamwork required.

Qualifications

• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, with at least one year full-time in patient activities in healthcare.
• CNA license in Missouri preferred.
• Ability to work as part of a team and communicate effectively with residents and families.
• Ability to react decisively in emergencies and maintain confidentiality.
• Knowledge of training techniques for clinical staff.

Responsibilities

• Develop monthly activity calendar; preplan and implement based on residents’ schedule.
• Photograph and submit activity results for media pages.
• Plan special activities and assist with Marketing events.
• Cultivate relationships with referral sources for sponsorships.
• Coordinate volunteers from local groups to work with residents.
• Prepare snacks with residents and set up dining areas.
• Complete required logs and reports promptly.
• Keep activity areas clean, safe and organized.
• Assist residents to and from common areas per care plans.
• Encourage resident participation and attendance at activities.
• Support other departments as needed and perform concierge duties.

Skills

Healthcare activities

CNA preferred

Effective communication

Emergency response

Team collaboration

Confidentiality

Education

CNA license (Missouri)

Tools

Basic computer skills

Electronic records

Job description

Woodland Care and Rehab Center is seeking a dedicated Activities Director to lead monthly activity calendars, organize events, and enhance resident engagement in a supportive elder-care environment.

You will coordinate volunteers, work with families, and help plan marketing events while maintaining safety and documentation standards. A CNA license is preferred, with strong communication and teamwork required.