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Director of Activities

Job in Mediapolis, Des Moines County, Iowa, 52637, USA
Listing for: Azria Health
Full Time position
Listed on 2026-10-20
Job specializations:
  • Healthcare
    Community Health, Elderly/Senior Care
Salary/Wage Range or Industry Benchmark: 42000 - 62000 USD Yearly USD 42000.00 62000.00 YEAR
Job Description & How to Apply Below
Location: Mediapolis

Azria Health is building on the traditions of the past with a focus on the future. We take pride in delivering quality care to each of our residents. This begins and ends with our fantastic team. It is our belief that Happy Team Members make Happy Residents.

Our team enjoys benefits such as Health Insurance, Paid Time Off, Holiday Pay, 401K.

We strive to provide a path for personal and professional growth, a great atmosphere, an outstanding team and the tools to be a great employee.

Azria Health Prairie Ridge
has amazing things happening every day! Do you want to be part of a team that considers every detail in making the lives of our residents the best that it can be? We currently have an opening for a
Director of Activities!

Responsibilities and Duties
  • Plans, schedules and implements an innovative, evidence based, seven days per week (at least five programs per day with one program in the evening) activity program that is engaging and incorporates the following engagements:
  • o Emotional
  • o Intellectual
  • o Physical
  • o Social
  • o Spiritual
  • Organizes and/or conducts outings that are of interest to residents.
  • Drives residents to and from scheduled outings and events using the community vehicle.
  • Arranges for resident parties and entertainment.
  • Promotes participation and individual resident interaction by developing an understanding of resident’s interests and programming to those interests.
  • Coordinates the development of the in house newsletter with input from residents, employees and guests; oversees the distribution of the newsletter to residents, families, and community groups.
  • Shows a consistent ability to coordinate multiple tasks, demonstrates a positive attitude and works well under pressure.
  • Participates in the care planning process by attending care plan meetings, providing specific information and observations of the Guest’s needs, preferences and report any behavioral changes.
  • Possesses leadership ability and willingness to work harmoniously with and supervise staff assigned to department or projects. Encourages professional growth of personnel.
Physical Demands
  • Ability to assist residents on and off bus, van or car, and may be required to move or arrange furniture for activities and/or climb stoop, bend, kneel, push and reach to carry out activities.
  • Sufficient mobility and strength to move freely through the building and to assist, while involved in activities or transportations.
  • Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision, distant vision and peripheral vision.
  • Able to carry out essential functions of this job (with or without reasonable accommodation) without posing specific, current risk of substantial harm to health and safety of self and/or others.
Minimum Qualifications
  • Must pass background screen and drug screen.
  • Demonstrated ability to plan, organize and communicate appropriate activities that promote participation and enthusiasm among the residents.
  • Demonstrates ability to prioritize tasks/responsibilities and complete duties/projects within the time allotted. Use effective time management skills.
Education and/or Experience
  • Experience working in a group setting with elders is preferred.
  • High School diploma or equivalent required.
  • Associate or bachelor’s degree in human service or recreation therapy preferred.
  • Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications used in job functions.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations
  • Licensed or registered, if applicable, by the state.
  • Eligibility for state certification as an activity director preferred.
  • Valid state Driver’s License or Chauffeur’s license as required by property and/or state.
  • First Aid Certification desired.
Benefits

Full time positions including the following benefits:

  • -401K
  • -Paid Holidays
  • -Paid Vacation
  • -Health/Dental/Vision Insurance Coverage

…and so much more

Job Type

Full Time

We are an equal opportunity employer. Applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local laws.

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