Activities Director

Are you a compassionate leader with a passion for enhancing the lives of seniors? Do you thrive in a creative, resident-centered environment where you can make a meaningful impact every day? If so, Park Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center invites you to apply for our full-time Activities Director position. As the Activities Director, you will lead and oversee a comprehensive activities program designed to promote the physical, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being of our residents. This key leadership role requires a motivated professional who can develop engaging programs, lead a team, and foster an environment that supports resident choice, dignity, and quality of life. Essential Responsibilities Responsibilities include, but are not limited to: Plan, develop, organize, implement, direct, and evaluate all aspects of the Activities Department. Design and coordinate meaningful individual and group activity programs based on resident interests, abilities, and needs. Assess resident capabilities and develop appropriate activity interventions and programming. Oversee the development, implementation, and evaluation of daily, weekly, monthly, and special event activities. Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers to support activity programs and events. Complete activity assessments and compile social histories for residents as required. Coordinate and facilitate Resident Council and Family Council meetings, communicating concerns and recommendations to the Administrator and appropriate departments. Document resident participation, progress, and responses to activity programs as needed. Participate in interdisciplinary care plan meetings and contribute to the development and ongoing review of individualized resident care plans. Supervise, mentor, schedule, and evaluate Activities Department staff. Develop and publish a monthly calendar of events and activities for residents, families, and staff. Lead and coordinate fundraising initiatives and special community events. Manage departmental inventory, supplies, equipment, and purchasing within established budget guidelines. Prepare annual budget projections and department requests for review by administration. Ensure resident mail is sorted and distributed daily. Maintain compliance with facility policies, regulatory requirements, and professional standards of practice. Qualifications High school diploma or GED preferred. Previous experience in long-term care, senior living, recreation, activities programming, or a related field preferred. Supervisory or leadership experience preferred. Experience working with geriatric populations is highly desirable. State Registered Nurse Aide (SRNA/CNA) certification preferred. Skills & Abilities The ideal candidate will possess: Excellent verbal and written communication skills Strong leadership and team development abilities Outstanding organizational and time-management skills Creativity and enthusiasm for programming and event planning Ability to multitask and prioritize effectively in a fast-paced environment Strong interpersonal and relationship-building skills Attention to detail and problem-solving abilities Customer service-focused mindset Compassion, patience, and a commitment to resident-centered care Benefits At Park Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center, we recognize that our employees are our greatest asset. We are proud to offer a competitive compensation and benefits package that may include: Tapcheck Same Day Pay 401(k) Retirement Plan with Company Match Company-Paid Life Insurance Medical Insurance Dental Insurance Vision Insurance Disability Coverage Accident Insurance Critical Illness Insurance Hospital Indemnity Coverage Continuing Education and Scholarship Opportunities Employee Assistance Program (EAP) Professional Development Support Benefit eligibility depends on employment status. Join a team dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents and creating meaningful experiences every day. Park Grove Nursing and Rehabilitation Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. #J-18808-Ljbffr Park Grove Nursing & Rehabilitation Center