Senior Living Activities Leader

The Legacy Senior Communities; Dallas (TX); On-site; USD 32,000 - 45,000; Full time

Job summary

The Legacy Senior Communities is seeking an Activities Coordinator to develop and carry out structured programs that stimulate residents’ mental, physical, spiritual, and social well‑being. This role requires coordinating with nursing, lifestyle, and other departments to plan and deliver engaging events and activities.

Responsibilities include creating monthly calendars, evaluating participation, and ensuring confidentiality while supporting residents’ interests and needs.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• College degree, related certification or minimum 1 year experience preferred.
• At least 6 months of experience working with cognitively-impaired persons.
• Must have experience with memory support activities.
• Activity Professional Certification or Activity Director Certification preferred.
• Valid Texas driver’s license and personal automobile liability insurance required.

Responsibilities

• Plan appropriate activities based on residents' interests and needs.
• Evaluate programming quality and participation through surveys and direct interaction.
• Coordinate with Lifestyle Coordinator, AL/MS Director, and Lifestyles Director.
• Coordinate with other departments to support scheduled programming.
• Model appropriate behavioral interventions to address behaviors.
• Organize events and arrange transportation for activities.

Skills

Communication skills

Interpersonal skills

Organizational skills

Computer skills

Education

College degree or related certification

High School Diploma or equivalent

1 year experience preferred

Tools

Microsoft Windows

Calendaring/sign design software

Job description

The Legacy Senior Communities is seeking an Activities Coordinator to develop and carry out structured programs that stimulate residents’ mental, physical, spiritual, and social well‑being. This role requires coordinating with nursing, lifestyle, and other departments to plan and deliver engaging events and activities.

Responsibilities include creating monthly calendars, evaluating participation, and ensuring confidentiality while supporting residents’ interests and needs.