Activity Director Jobs
Activity Director jobs are open across senior living communities, rehabilitation centers, hospitals, and recreational programs, from entry-level to director of programming, with specializations in therapeutic recreation, elder care activities, and adaptive programming. Find a role that fits below and apply directly.
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- Plan, develop and present a fresh and varied schedule of meaningful activities and events.
- Preparing monthly newsletter and calendar for distribution to all residents and families.
- Educate, train and encourage team members about opportunities to make meaningful connections with all patients and residents.
- Responsible for obtaining information to compile a biography on each patient or resident
- Responsible for maintaining proper level of activities inventory with budget constraints.
- Must have a high school diploma. College specialization preferred
- 2+ years of experience in an Activity Assistant or Director position in long term care
- Activities Director Certification (Certified Recreational Therapist) preferred
- Must have passion and enthusiasm for working with the elderly.
- Possess patience and sensitivity while working with others.
- Must have reliable transportation
All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
- PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off Plan
- New Pet Insurance Discount available
- DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
- Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
- Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
- Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
- Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
- Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
- In-facility education programs and more!
- Plan, develop and present a fresh and varied schedule of meaningful activities and events.
- Preparing monthly newsletter and calendar for distribution to all residents and families.
- Educate, train and encourage team members about opportunities to make meaningful connections with all patients and residents.
- Responsible for obtaining information to compile a biography on each patient or resident
- Responsible for maintaining proper level of activities inventory with budget constraints.
- Must have a high school diploma. College specialization preferred
- 2+ years of experience in an Activity Assistant or Director position in long term care
- Activities Director Certification (Certified Recreational Therapist) preferred
- Must have passion and enthusiasm for working with the elderly.
- Possess patience and sensitivity while working with others.
- Must have reliable transportation
All of our employees are valued and receive a competitive wage; full time team members are also offered a comprehensive benefit package which includes:
- Medical, Dental, Vision, Life and Disability Insurance/ Flexible Spending Accounts
- Tuition Reimbursement & Nursing Loan Repayment Programs
- PerkSpot - Local Deals and Weekly Perks Program
- 401(k)
- Paid Time Off Plan
- New Pet Insurance Discount available
- DailyPay option available! – Get your pay, when you need it.
- Purchasing Power - online purchase/payroll deduction
- Tickets at Work - entertainment ticket discounts
- Employee Assistance Plan - easy-to-use services to help with everyday challenges of life (available for all employees and their families)
- Helping Friends Foundation - our employees’ hardship/crisis fund
- Auto and Home Insurance - employee discount available – payroll deduction!
- In-facility education programs and more!
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What Employers Look For
The qualifications that appear most often in activity director jobs.
- Bachelor's degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, or a related human services field
- Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Director Certified (ADC) credential
- Experience developing and implementing activity programs for older adults or individuals with disabilities
- Knowledge of federal and state regulations for activity programming in long-term care settings
- Proficiency with electronic health records and activity documentation software
- Strong communication skills for coordinating with residents, families, and interdisciplinary care teams
Tips for Your Activity Director Job Search
Tailor your resume for care settings
Highlight specific populations you've worked with, such as adults with dementia, post-acute rehab patients, or adults with disabilities. Hiring managers in senior living and rehab want to see population-specific experience, not just general programming skills.
List your certifications prominently
Credentials like CTRS, ACC, or ADC often appear as hard requirements in postings. Put them above your work history so recruiters see them before reading your experience, especially for roles in skilled nursing and assisted living.
Apply early to roles that fit
Migrate Mate lists activity director openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.
Target postings by care level
Job titles vary significantly by setting. Search for activity coordinator, therapeutic recreation specialist, and life enrichment director alongside activity director. Skilled nursing, memory care, and independent living communities often post under different titles for the same core role.
Prepare a programming portfolio before interviews
Bring documented examples of activity calendars, resident participation logs, or themed event outcomes you created. Many hiring panels ask candidates to walk through a sample monthly calendar or demonstrate how they'd adapt a program for residents with limited mobility.
Negotiate schedule and coverage expectations upfront
Activity director roles in residential settings often require weekend and holiday coverage. Confirm the rotation structure and ask how programming is staffed when you're off. This prevents surprises after accepting an offer and signals you understand how 24-hour care facilities operate.
Activity Director Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions
Which companies are hiring the most activity directors?
The most active employers for activity directors right now are CHEER, City of Lenexa, and Empire Care Centers, and the most openings are in Texas, Oregon, and Nevada, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Senior living operators and long-term care networks tend to post the highest volume of openings.
How many activity director jobs are remote?
About 0% of activity director openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, which is lower than most professional roles because the work is fundamentally hands-on and resident-facing. The sub-areas most likely to offer remote flexibility are program development, staff training coordination, and corporate-level activity consulting for multi-site operators.
How do you become an activity director?
Start by earning a degree in therapeutic recreation, gerontology, social work, or a related field, then gain direct experience working with older adults or individuals with disabilities in a care setting. Pursue a recognized credential such as CTRS or ADC, which most skilled nursing and assisted living employers treat as a minimum requirement. Building a documented portfolio of activity calendars and outcome data strengthens your candidacy considerably.
Can you get an activity director job with little experience?
Entry points do exist, particularly as an activity assistant or life enrichment aide in assisted living communities that are willing to promote from within. Volunteering with senior centers, adult day programs, or memory care units builds practical skills and references. Some states allow activity directors in certain care settings to qualify through on-the-job training hours combined with a certification course rather than requiring a full degree.
What does the activity director interview process look like?
Most activity director interviews involve an initial phone screen with HR, followed by an in-person or video interview with the facility administrator and sometimes the director of nursing. Candidates are frequently asked to present a sample activity calendar or describe how they would handle a resident with behavioral health challenges. References from past supervisors in care settings carry significant weight in final hiring decisions.
Where can I find and apply to activity director jobs?
You can find and apply to activity director jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States in one place. Find roles that match your experience and care setting preference, then apply directly to each listing that fits.
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