Activities Director | Senior Living in Wheat Ridge, Colorado at American Baptist Homes of the Midwest

Activities Director – Senior Living
$48,000–$58,000/year | Full-Time
Mountain Vista Senior Living Community

Mountain Vista Senior Living Community is seeking a compassionate and creative Activities Director to lead engaging programs that enrich the lives of our residents. This is a full-time leadership opportunity for someone who is passionate about creating meaningful experiences and fostering a vibrant community atmosphere.

If you have experience planning recreational programming and enjoy making a positive impact in the lives of older adults, we'd love to hear from you.

Why You'll Love This Role

• Competitive Pay: $48,000–$58,000 per year (credit for experience)
• Schedule: Full-time, Monday–Friday, 8:00am–5:00pm with flexibility for special events and community activities
• People First Culture: Build meaningful relationships with residents, families, and team members
• Supportive Team Environment: Join a mission-driven community that values collaboration and compassion
• Fast Hiring Process: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do

• Plan, coordinate, and lead engaging recreational, social, educational, and wellness programs for residents
• Create meaningful opportunities that promote physical, emotional, cognitive, and social well-being
• Develop monthly activity calendars and coordinate special events, outings, and celebrations
• Work with residents across all levels of care, including independent living, assisted living, and skilled nursing
• Encourage resident participation and build programs based on resident interests and preferences
• Maintain required documentation and ensure compliance with applicable regulations
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams to enhance resident quality of life
• Recruit, train, and supervise activity volunteers as needed

Required Qualifications

• Must be 18 years of age or older
• Activity Director Certification required
• Clear verbal and written communication skills in English
• Minimum of one year of experience planning, organizing, and leading recreational or activity programming
• Strong organizational, interpersonal, and leadership skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• 403(b) Retirement Plan with Employer Match
• Life & AD&D Insurance
• Short- and Long-Term Disability Coverage
• Supplemental Insurance (Accident, Critical Illness, and more)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Ready to Apply?

Join Mountain Vista Senior Living Community and help create meaningful experiences that bring joy, purpose, and connection to residents every day.

Apply today to become our next Activities Director.

To apply, please complete the required questionnaire. We accept applications on a rolling basis.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and are committed to a diverse and inclusive workplace. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, national origin, ancestry, disability, medical condition, genetic information, marital status, veteran or military status, citizenship status, pregnancy (including childbirth, lactation, and related conditions), political affiliation, or any other status protected by applicable federal, state, or local laws. We are committed to providing an inclusive and accessible recruitment process. If you require accommodations during the interview process, please let us know. Reasonable accommodations will be provided upon request to ensure equal opportunity for all applicants.

Applicants may be subject to a background check. Employees in this position must be able to satisfactorily perform the essential functions of the position. If requested, this organization will make every effort to provide reasonable accommodations to enable employees with disabilities to perform the position’s essential job duties. As markets change and the Organization grows, job descriptions may change over time as requirements and employee skill levels evolve. With this understanding, this organization retains the right to change or assign other duties to this position.