| Location | Miami, OK |
Position: Activities Director Department: Resident Services Reports to: Administrator Facility Type: Residential Care Facility Location: Oklahoma
The Activities Director is responsible for planning, organizing, and leading meaningful activities that promote residents’ physical, mental, emotional, and social well-being. The goal is to provide residents with opportunities for enjoyment, social interaction, independence, and an improved quality of life while respecting each resident’s interests, abilities, and preferences.
Plan and organize activities for residents, including bingo, crafts, games, music, karaoke, exercise, holiday celebrations, movie nights, and other recreational programs.
Create and maintain an activity calendar that is posted in an accessible location and communicated to residents and staff.
Encourage resident participation while respecting each resident’s right to decline activities.
Provide individual activities and alternative options for residents who prefer quieter or one-on-one engagement.
Adapt activities for residents with dementia, mobility limitations, cognitive changes, or other individual needs.
Encourage socialization, independence, and meaningful engagement among residents.
Coordinate special events, birthday celebrations, family activities, community visitors, and entertainment.
Maintain activity supplies, equipment, and an organized activity area.
Document activities offered, resident participation, and any required observations or records according to facility policy.
Communicate with the Administrator and care staff about residents’ interests, participation, and any concerns observed during activities.
Maintain a safe, clean, and welcoming environment during all activities.
Follow facility policies regarding resident rights, confidentiality, infection prevention, emergency procedures, and safety.
Ensure activities are appropriate for residents’ assessed needs and do not interfere with meals, medication administration, personal care, or rest periods.
Perform other reasonable duties assigned by the Administrator related to resident engagement and quality of life.
Experience working with older adults or in a residential care, nursing home, or senior living setting preferred.
Strong communication, organization, creativity, and interpersonal skills.
Ability to work patiently and respectfully with residents who have dementia or other cognitive and physical limitations.
Ability to plan activities based on residents’ interests, abilities, and individual needs.
Ability to maintain accurate activity records and follow facility policies.
Required background checks, training, and other employment requirements must be completed in accordance with applicable Oklahoma law and facility policy.
The Activities Director is expected to:
Maintain a consistent and engaging activity program.
Offer activities regularly and provide meaningful alternatives for residents who do not wish to participate in group events.
Treat every resident with dignity, patience, and respect.
Arrive on time, follow the assigned work schedule, and communicate absences or scheduling concerns promptly.
Be attentive and actively involved with residents rather than relying solely on television or passive entertainment.
Report safety concerns, changes in resident behavior, and suspected abuse or neglect immediately according to facility policy and applicable law.
The position may require standing, walking, bending, reaching, setting up activity materials, and assisting with activity participation. Any physical assistance provided must be within the employee’s training, assigned duties, and facility policies.