Activity Director Beloit Senior Living

•2.1 Beloit, WI Job Details $20

•$24 an hour 1 day ago Qualifications Computer operation Team leadership Computer literacy High school diploma or GED Managing event budgets Newsletters (communication methods) Computer skills Program budgeting

Full Job Description Description:

Locations Beloit Senior Living

•The Gardens ________________________________________ Welcome to the Activities Department at Great Lakes Senior Living At Great Lakes Senior Living, our mission is to provide a superior level of compassionate care while treating every resident, family member, and team member with dignity and respect. We strive to nurture an environment of love, encouragement, and support—creating a true community where individuals feel secure, valued, and empowered to grow and thrive. As the Activity Director, you lead the development of meaningful programs that promote engagement, purpose, joy, and connection. Through creative programming, staff leadership, and strong community partnerships, you play a key role in enhancing residents' quality of life and fostering a vibrant senior living environment. ________________________________________

Job Title:

Activity Director Reports To:

Executive Director FLSA Status:

Non Exempt/Exempt ________________________________________ Position Summary This job description is provided during orientation to outline the responsibilities and expectations of the Activity Director role. The Activity Director oversees the planning, coordination, and management of the Activities Department to ensure residents receive engaging, diverse, and meaningful programming that supports social, physical, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being. This position leads activity staff and volunteers, manages departmental operations and budgets, maintains regulatory compliance, and promotes a positive community culture aligned with Great Lakes Senior Living's mission and values. ________________________________________ Essential Duties and Responsibilities Program Development & Resident Engagement Develop and implement comprehensive activity programs supporting recreational, social, intellectual, religious, and fitness interests Maintain weekly and monthly calendars with daily programming, seven days per week, including regular outings Conduct resident interest surveys for new move-ins and personalize programming accordingly Encourage participation through individual outreach and engagement Track participation and evaluate program effectiveness Department Leadership & Operations Manage day-to-day operations of the Activities Department within budget Recruit, train, schedule, evaluate, and supervise activity staff Oversee volunteer recruitment, training, scheduling, and hours tracking Maintain clean, organized, and safe activity spaces and storage areas Special Events & Community Partnerships Plan themed days, holiday celebrations, fine dining events, and community gatherings Collaborate with leadership to coordinate facility-wide events Build and maintain community relationships to enhance programming Communication & Promotion Create and distribute monthly newsletters Maintain regular social media activity while ensuring HIPAA compliance Compliance & Professional Standards Align all programming with company mission and values Maintain compliance with DHS 83 and DHS 89 regulations Follow all company policies and procedures Attend required trainings and meetings General Responsibilities Perform additional duties as assigned by the Executive Director ________________________________________ Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervises Activities Department staff Oversees volunteer program operations Coordinates performance feedback and disciplinary processes as needed

Requirements:

Qualifications Education and Experience High school diploma or equivalent required Three or more years of experience working with seniors, managing staff, and coordinating activity programs preferred Certificates, Licenses, and Training CBRF certified training in First Aid/Choking, Fire Safety, and Standard Precautions training preferred Experience with geriatric population preferred ________________________________________ Skills and Competencies Strong leadership and organizational abilities Creative program planning and resident engagement skills Excellent communication and interpersonal skills Budgeting, scheduling, and team management capabilities Professional judgment, discretion, and adaptability Basic computer and documentation skills ________________________________________ Schedule and Availability Flexible schedule including evenings, weekends, and holidays On-call availability may be required Occasional travel may be required ________________________________________ Physical Demands Regular standing, walking, reaching, and use of hands Occasional bending, lifting, twisting, and sitting Ability to lift and/or move up to 100 pounds ________________________________________ Work Environment Moderate noise level typical of a senior living community. ________________________________________