Activity Director

Job Overview

Pine Lodge Assisted Living is looking for a creative, organized, energetic, and compassionate Activity Director to develop and coordinate engaging activities and programs that enrich the lives of our residents.

The ideal candidate is dependable, tech-savvy, and passionate about working with seniors. This individual should be able to bring enthusiasm and positivity to the community while effectively managing the planning, organization, documentation, and digital responsibilities that come with the role.

The Activity Director will be responsible for creating an engaging daily and monthly activity schedule that promotes social interaction, mental stimulation, physical activity, creativity, and overall quality of life for our residents.

This position also requires strong digital and computer skills, as the Activity Director will use technology to create schedules, prepare activity materials, communicate with staff and families, maintain records, and manage digital documents and information.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement diverse activity programs that cater to residents’ interests, abilities, and health needs, including memory care and dementia-specific activities
• Coordinate resident events such as outings, celebrations, recreational therapy sessions, and special occasions to foster community engagement
• Build strong rapport with residents by understanding their preferences and encouraging participation in activities
• Collaborate with staff members across departments to ensure activities align with care plans and safety protocols
• Manage scheduling of activities, maintain detailed records of participation, and adjust programs based on feedback or changing resident needs
• Lead team efforts in organizing volunteer involvement and training staff on activity facilitation techniques
• Maintain a lively, welcoming atmosphere that promotes socialization, mental stimulation, and emotional well-being for all residents

Skills

• Proven experience in event planning within assisted living or long-term care settings, particularly with seniors or individuals with disabilities
• Strong knowledge of geriatrics, dementia care, Alzheimer’s care, and memory support strategies
• Excellent communication skills for engaging residents, families, staff, and community partners effectively
• Ability to develop innovative programs using recreational therapy principles tailored to diverse resident needs
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office suite for scheduling, documentation, and communication purposes
• Demonstrated leadership skills with the ability to motivate team members and coordinate multiple activities simultaneously
• Familiarity with aging issues counseling and working with geriatric patients to promote holistic well-being
• Experience as an Activity Director, Activities Coordinator, Recreation Assistant, or similar role.
• Experience organizing special events or community activities.
• Experience creating digital flyers, newsletters, calendars, or social media content is a plus.
• Strong comfort with digital technology is required for this position.
• Candidates should be comfortable learning new technology and using digital tools on a regular basis.

Join us in creating a lively environment where every resident feels valued, connected, and inspired! Your enthusiasm can transform everyday moments into memorable experiences that truly make a difference.

Pay: $11.00 - $13.00 per hour

Work Location: In person