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Cassia

Activities Assistant

Boone, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

As an Activities Assistant at Westhaven , you will conduct fun and exciting activities with our ... We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported ...

Cassia

Activities Assistant

Boone, IA · On-site

$14.75 - $17.75/hr

As an Activities Assistant at Westhaven , you will conduct fun and exciting activities with our ... We value inclusivity, collaboration, and professional growth, ensuring our employees feel supported ...

Arvum Senior Living

Activities Assistant

Muscatine, IA · On-site

$14 - $17/hr

... professional growth, ensuring every Team Member can build a rewarding and enriching career. We ... Meals and uniforms Activities & Events Coordinator Responsibilities: * Assist in the development ...

The Views of Marion

Activity Assistant

Marion, IA

$15 - $18/hr

Observe residents during activities and report any changes in physical or emotional condition to ... Demonstrate professionalism, teamwork, accountability, and integrity. Benefits (for eligible ...

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What are the typical daily responsibilities of an activities professional?

As an Activities Professional in a senior living community, your daily responsibilities often include planning, organizing, and leading a variety of recreational and therapeutic activities tailored to residents’ interests and abilities. You’ll coordinate group events, facilitate individual engagement, and adapt activities for residents with varying levels of mobility and cognitive function. Collaboration with nursing, dietary, and therapy staff is common to ensure activities support residents’ overall well-being and care plans. Additionally, you’ll document participation, evaluate program effectiveness, and communicate regularly with residents’ families about upcoming events.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an activities professional?

To thrive as an Activities Professional, you need a solid background in recreational therapy, activity planning, and group facilitation, often supported by certifications like Activity Director Certification (ADC) or a degree in recreation or a related field. Familiarity with scheduling software, assessment tools, and documentation systems is typically required. Creativity, strong interpersonal skills, and patience are important soft skills for engaging diverse populations and managing group dynamics. These skills and qualifications are essential for creating meaningful, inclusive activities that enhance participants' quality of life and well-being.

What is an activities professional?

Activities Professionals are individuals who plan, coordinate, and implement recreational and therapeutic activities for groups or individuals, often in settings such as nursing homes, assisted living facilities, community centers, or hospitals. Their goal is to enhance the quality of life and well-being of participants by providing engaging programs that foster socialization, creativity, and physical activity. Activities Professionals assess the interests and abilities of participants, develop suitable activities, and often collaborate with other healthcare or social service staff to ensure holistic care.

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Activities Director - Senior Living

Foundry Commercial

Grinnell, IA • On-site

$22/hr

Full-time

Posted 22 days ago

Job description

Activities Director - Windsor Manor Grinnell
Grinnell, IA | Full-Time | 5 Days/Week | 8:00am-4:00pm
Starting pay $22.00/hr
Your creativity. Your program. Your stage.
Are you the person who walks into a room and immediately starts thinking about how to make it more fun, more meaningful, more alive? Windsor Manor Grinnell is looking for exactly that person - a passionate, driven Activities Director who's ready to take full ownership of a life enrichment program that genuinely changes lives every single day.
This is your opportunity to build something you're proud of, in a close-knit community that will celebrate everything you bring to it.
What You'll Own:
  • Design, lead, and oversee a comprehensive life enrichment calendar for Assisted Living and Memory Care residents
  • Plan and execute engaging daily activities - fitness, music, arts, social events, outings, and more
  • Build meaningful relationships with residents, honoring their individual stories and preferences
  • Coordinate special events, holiday celebrations, and family programming
  • Transport residents on community outings safely and responsibly
  • Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state activity requirements
  • Some weekends and holiday coverage required

What You Bring:
  • Activity Professional Requirement Course certification - required or willing to obtain within 90 days of hire
  • Valid driver's license and clean driving record - required
  • Prior experience in activities, life enrichment, education, hospitality, or program coordination - preferred
  • Creative, energetic, and genuinely passionate about working with seniors
  • Strong organizational skills and ability to lead a department independently
  • Experience with Memory Care or dementia populations a plus
  • Former teachers, school program coordinators, and hospitality professionals encouraged to apply!

Why Windsor Manor Grinnell?
Windsor Manor is a close-knit, mission-driven community where the Activities Director is one of the most valued members of the team. You'll have the autonomy to build a program you're proud of, backed by an Executive Director who genuinely invests in your success - in a community where your work is seen, celebrated, and appreciated every single day.
Windsor Manor Grinnell | 229 Pearl St, Grinnell, IA 50112
$22.00/hr | Full-Time | Director-Level | Clean Driving Record Required
Apply today and lead a program that changes lives every single day!
The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Director is to manage and direct the Lifestyle department to provide a diverse, appealing, full-time social and activity program at the community for all residents and their families. Such a program should include a variety of social, recreational, physical, educational, and spiritual opportunities for resident involvement that encourages socialization and creativity, improves daily living skills, expands personal interest, and increases physical activity and education.
Areas of Responsibility
  • Develop an annual activity plan that supports achievement of Company goals and ownership objectives.
  • Oversee the administration of the Lifestyle department according to Company policies and procedures and submit relevant reports and narratives as required.
  • Recruit, hire, train, manage, motivate, and evaluate Lifestyle Assistants, Drivers, and Concierge personnel, including corrective action and recommendations for separation decisions, according to Company policies and procedures.
  • Schedule the Driver and Lifestyle Assistant to stay within budgeted department guidelines and optimize the hours of the Lifestyle program so that day, evening, and weekend opportunities for activities, programs, and outings exist.
  • Create and manage a resident transportation schedule and assist in maintaining community transportation vehicles per Company policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to the transportation budget and expenditures.
  • Create and manage the activity budget within approved guidelines and according to Company goals and ownership objectives.
  • Establish a full-time activity program that supports residents' interests and is available seven days a week.
  • Other job duties assigned - see full job description.

Required Qualifications
  • Must be a minimum of 21 years of age.
  • Minimum two (2) years experience as Activity Director or Activity Assistant at an independent living, assisted living or skilled nursing community with related skills in scheduling activities, special events, and leading group activities.
  • Must have working knowledge of appropriate Microsoft Office programs.
  • Must possess attention to detail, be energetic/enthusiastic, and able to multi-task.
  • Must have positive Criminal Background Screening.
  • Must possess a valid driver's license for the state where the vehicle is operated. CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.
  • The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy.

Preferred Qualifications
  • Knowledge of local recreational opportunities is a plus.
  • CDL license a perk, may be required at some locations, inquire within.

Allegro Living, LLC serves as the parent company of Allegro Management Company and Spring Arbor Management Company, uniting decades of senior living expertise under one trusted name. Formed through the 2025 merger of two well-established brands, Allegro Living is building a premier senior living platform defined by inspired lifestyles, compassionate care, and meaningful regional reach. The only thing we're missing is YOU!
Equal Employment Opportunity & Non-Discrimination
Allegro Living provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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