Senior Living Communities
Activity Director - Senior Living
St. Simons Island, Georgia•Full-time
About the Job
Lead Life Enrichment at One of Sr. Simons Island's Premier Senior Living Communities
At Marsh's Edge, a nationally recognized Great Place to Work®, we believe that exceptional senior living begins with exceptional people. Guided by our philosophy, "People First, Always," we create meaningful experiences for residents while empowering team members to grow, lead, and make a lasting impact.
We're seeking a passionate, creative, and resident-focused Activity Director to lead our healthcare life enrichment program. This is more than an activities role. It is an opportunity to shape daily experiences, foster meaningful connections, and bring joy, purpose, and engagement to the lives of older adults.
As Activity Director, you'll lead a dedicated Life Enrichment team, develop innovative programming, and create opportunities that inspire residents to stay socially, physically, intellectually, emotionally, and spiritually engaged.
Why Activity Professionals Choose Marsh's Edge:
- Create Purpose-Driven Experiences:
- Design programs that celebrate residents' stories, interests, and abilities while enhancing quality of life every day.
- Make a Meaningful Difference:
- Build relationships with residents and families while helping individuals find joy, connection, and fulfillment.
- Lead and Inspire a Team:
- Guide and mentor Life Enrichment Leaders who share your passion for serving seniors and creating exceptional experiences.
- Bring Creativity to Life:
- From themed events and cultural outings to educational programs, wellness initiatives, volunteer opportunities, and intergenerational experiences, you'll have the opportunity to make your vision a reality.
- Join an Award-Winning Culture:
- Work alongside a collaborative team that values innovation, compassion, respect, and professional growth.
What You'll Do
As our Activity Director, you will:
- Lead and oversee all healthcare life enrichment programming, ensuring activities are engaging, meaningful, and tailored to resident interests and abilities.
- Develop innovative monthly calendars featuring wellness programs, social events, cultural experiences, educational opportunities, spiritual engagement, entertainment, and community outings.
- Build strong relationships with residents and families to understand individual preferences, lifelong passions, and personal goals.
- Supervise, coach, and develop Life Enrichment Leaders while fostering a culture of enthusiasm, service excellence, and teamwork.
- Partner with local organizations, museums, theaters, volunteer groups, educational institutions, and community partners to expand programming opportunities.
- Recruit, train, and coordinate volunteers who enrich resident experiences across the community.
- Monitor resident participation, satisfaction, and engagement outcomes to continuously elevate programming.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to ensure activities support residents' overall well-being and person-centered care plans.
- Create memorable celebrations, special events, holiday experiences, and recognition programs that make Marsh's Edge feel like home.
What Makes You a Great Fit
We're looking for someone who:
- Has a genuine passion for enriching the lives of older adults.
- Brings creativity, energy, and fresh ideas to resident programming.
- Enjoys leading teams and developing others.
- Excels at building relationships with residents, families, volunteers, and community partners.
- Understands person-centered care and the importance of purposeful engagement.
- Thrives in a collaborative environment where every day offers opportunities to make a difference.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Activities Certification preferred (ADC, ACC, or related certification).
- Bachelor's degree in Recreation Therapy, Therapeutic Recreation, Gerontology, Human Services, or a related field preferred.
- Minimum two years of experience in senior living, healthcare, skilled nursing, or rehabilitation settings.
- Previous leadership experience in Life Enrichment, Activities, Recreation Therapy, or Resident Engagement programs.
- CPR/AED certification (or ability to obtain within 60 days of hire).
Join a Team That Values Purpose, Creativity, and Connection
At Marsh's Edge, we believe life should be engaging, meaningful, and fulfilling at every age. If you're a life enrichment professional who is passionate about creating exceptional resident experiences and leading a team dedicated to making every day memorable, we'd love to meet you.
Apply today and help create meaningful moments that make a lasting difference.