Activities Director

Position: Activities Director
Facility: Sun Harbor Healthcare
Location: Port Charlotte, FL
Schedule: Full-Time | Monday–Friday | 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Salary: $50,000–$62,000 annually

Sun Harbor Healthcare is seeking an energetic, compassionate, and organized Activities Director to lead and oversee our resident recreation and engagement programs. This role is responsible for developing meaningful activities that enhance residents’ quality of life while ensuring compliance with state and federal regulations. The ideal candidate will bring creativity, leadership, and a passion for enriching the lives of seniors in a skilled nursing environment.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, organize, implement, evaluate, and direct the facility’s activity programs

• Develop and maintain policies and procedures related to resident activity services

• Complete resident assessments and develop individualized activity care plans

• Encourage resident and family participation in activity planning and care plan development

• Coordinate recreational programs, special events, outings, and field trips

• Arrange transportation for community outings and recreational events when necessary

• Collaborate with nursing, therapy, social services, and other departments to support resident well-being

• Ensure accurate documentation of resident participation and progress notes

• Participate in discharge planning, care conferences, surveys, and quality assurance initiatives

• Supervise, train, and support recreation department staff

• Conduct in-service education and training programs for department personnel

• Maintain compliance with federal, state, and facility regulations

• Review departmental complaints, concerns, and survey findings and implement corrective action plans as needed

• Monitor activity programming to ensure residents’ physical, emotional, social, and cognitive needs are being met

• Maintain positive relationships with residents, families, healthcare professionals, and community organizations

Qualifications

• Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a social or recreation program within the last five (5) years, including at least one (1) year full-time in a patient activities program in a healthcare setting

• Qualified Occupational Therapist or Occupational Therapy Assistant may be considered

• Completion of a state-approved activity training course preferred

• Nursing home or long-term care experience preferred

• Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills

• Experience with Microsoft Office Suite and PCC preferred

• Ability to work collaboratively in a fast-paced healthcare environment

• Compassionate, creative, and resident-focused approach to care

Benefits

• Comprehensive Medical & Dental Coverage

• Generous Paid Time Off (PTO)

• 401(k) Retirement Plan

• Employee Recognition Program

• Supportive, team-oriented work environment

• Company perks and employee discounts

If you are passionate about creating meaningful experiences for residents and leading a dynamic recreation team, we encourage you to apply today and become part of the caring community at Sun Harbor Healthcare. Join us in making every day engaging, fulfilling, and memorable for those we serve.

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