Activities Director

Description Fairway View Senior Communities seeks a full time Activities Director to join our leadership team. The Activities Director will work closely with leadership and all staff to effectively bring life-enriching "happenings" throughout the neighborhoods. Primary responsibilities will be help coordinate events for the neighborhoods and to support and assist staff to naturally include meaningful life experiences and activities as part of our residents daily living, always overseeing and ensuring quality and safety.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and lead individual and group activities, including social, recreational, educational, cultural, and spiritual programs
• Coordinate community outings, special events, holidays, and entertainment
• Encourage resident participation while respecting personal preferences and limitations
• Collaborate with nursing, dietary, therapy, social services, and other departments to ensure holistic resident care
• Ensure compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations related to activities services
• Participate in care conferences, quality assurance meetings, and interdisciplinary team meetings
• Promote a positive, home-like environment for residents, families, and visitors

Education/Experience:

• Certified Activities Professional, or ability to obtain certificate within 1 year
• Ability to obtain Bus Driver endorsement within 6 months
• Knowledge of dementia care, resident-centered programming, and regulatory requirements
• Previous experience in long-term care, assisted living, or healthcare activities programming preferred

Hours and Pay:

Full Time Exempt, Typically Monday-Friday Medical, Dental, Vision, HSA account with employer match Generous PTO bank PERA retirement with employer match Education Assistance and Loan forgiveness program

Salary:

$47,000 - $69,500