Activities Director Full-Time

Activities Director - Full-Time
Westgate Gardens Care Center - Visalia, CA
Pay Range: $22-$24/hour BOE

Westgate Gardens Care Center is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and creative Activities Director to lead our resident activities program. If you are passionate about enriching the lives of seniors and creating meaningful experiences for residents, we invite you to join our team!
Why Join Us?

• Competitive pay
• Excellent benefits package including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance
• Paid time off (PTO) and holiday pay
• 401(k) retirement plan
• Supportive and collaborative leadership team
• Career growth and advancement opportunities
• Employee appreciation and recognition programs

General Purpose

The primary purpose of the Activities Director position is to plan, organize, develop, and direct the overall operation of the Activity Department in accordance with current federal, state, local, and corporate regulations to ensure an ongoing program of meaningful activities that meets the physical, mental, and psychosocial needs of each resident.
Essential Duties & Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, and direct resident-centered activities and programs
• Develop monthly activity calendars including group activities, outings, and in-room activities for residents unable to attend group functions
• Encourage resident participation in hobbies, crafts, games, reading, music, and social events
• Coordinate transportation arrangements for resident outings and appointments as needed
• Participate in resident assessments, care planning, and discharge planning processes
• Maintain accurate and descriptive activity documentation and progress notes
• Participate in Quality Assurance, Infection Control, Safety, Family Council, and department meetings
• Assist with survey preparation and plans of correction related to activity services
• Promote positive communication with residents, families, staff, and the community
• Ensure compliance with all federal, state, and facility guidelines
• Assist in supervising and supporting activity staff

Qualifications

Education & Experience

• High school diploma or equivalent required
• Minimum one year of experience in a long-term care setting preferred

Licenses & Certifications

• Activity Director certification required

Skills & Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills
• Creative, organized, and resident-focused approach
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively
• Ability to interpret policies, procedures, and regulations

Physical Demands

• Frequent standing, walking, reaching, pushing, and pulling
• Frequent lifting up to 50 lbs
• Occasional climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, or crawling
• Ability to assist residents during activities and outings

Work Environment

• Skilled nursing facility setting
• Low to moderate noise level
• Active, resident-centered environment

Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement

Westgate Gardens Care Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, or any other protected classification in accordance with applicable laws.

We are an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other legally protected status.