Activity Director - Senior Living & Skilled Nursing

BASTROP LOST PINES NURSING AND REHABILITATION CENTER - BASTROP, TX

Are you passionate about creating meaningful moments for seniors? Wellsential Health is seeking a vibrant and organized Activity Director to plan and lead fun, engaging, and therapeutic programming for residents in our skilled nursing and long-term care community. This is your chance to bring energy, connection, and creativity into the lives of residents every single day!

What You'll Do:

Design and implement individual and group activity programs tailored to residents' interests and cognitive levels Ensure a mix of recreational, sensory, physical, and social events for all levels of functioning Complete and maintain all required documentation, including MDS Section E and activity assessments Develop and update the activity section of resident care plans Lead 1-on-1 in-room activities for residents unable to join groups Create and post a monthly calendar of events, plus distribute to residents and display prominently Publish a monthly facility newsletter for residents and families Coordinate at least two off-site activities monthly (transportation, permission, planning) Collaborate on community events and represent the facility at outreach opportunities Work with the Corporate Activities Team to plan staff and resident-centered events Recruit, train, and oversee the volunteer program Attend QA meetings and provide monthly reports related to activity programming

What You Bring:

Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field (preferred) Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or eligibility (required for some states) Certified Activity Director (Required) Minimum 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program, preferably in a skilled nursing or senior care setting Experience working with residents with dementia and other cognitive impairments Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills Creative spirit with a passion for improving lives through purposeful engagement When you join our team at Wellsential Health, a nonprofit company, you become part of a mission-driven organization that provides each person in our community with the support they need to pursue better health, engage in their world, and fuel their purpose. Our team members are extremely caring, driven, and committed to making a real, lasting impact on the lives of our fellow Texans. Those who work at Wellsential Health give their all every single day, and we're always looking for more life-changing champions like you to join our cause. Apply Today! If you're ready to lead with heart and creativity as an Activity Director, apply now and help our residents live with more joy, purpose, and connection at Wellsential Health. #

BTXDH Work Location:

In person