Activities Director - Senior Living

Activities Director (Lifestyle Director) – Alto Duval Station Jacksonville, FL | Full-Time | Sunday–Thursday | 9:00am–5:30pm Bring the energy. Lead the fun. Make every day meaningful. Alto Duval Station is seeking a creative, passionate Activities Director (Lifestyle Director) to lead life enrichment programming across our vibrant senior living community. This is a role for someone who genuinely loves people, thinks outside the box, and understands that a great activities program isn't just entertainment — it's quality of life. If you have a heart for seniors and a talent for creating meaningful experiences, we want to meet you. What You'll Do: Plan, develop, and lead engaging, person-centered programming for our residents Create meaningful daily experiences that support physical, cognitive, emotional, social, and spiritual well-being Build genuine relationships with residents, learning their stories, interests, and passions Coordinate special events and social programs that bring residents, families, and the community together Bring fresh, creative ideas to keep programming vibrant, relevant, and fun Be the energy that makes Alto Duval Station feel alive every single day What You Bring: Prior experience in activities coordination, social planning, or a related field preferred Creative, energetic, and genuinely passionate about working with seniors Strong organizational skills and ability to plan and execute varied programming Warm, approachable personality with a natural ability to connect with people of all backgrounds and ability levels No certifications required — just the right attitude and a love for people! Why Alto Duval Station? You'll have the autonomy to build a programming calendar you're proud of, in a community that genuinely values the work you do. With a Sunday–Thursday schedule, you'll enjoy a consistent routine with two weekdays off — giving you the work-life balance that makes this a career worth staying in. Alto Duval Station | 1035 Starratt Road, Jacksonville, FL 32218Full-Time | Sunday–Thursday | No Certification RequiredApply today and bring your passion to a community that can't wait to meet you! The primary responsibility of the Lifestyle Director is to manage and direct the Lifestyle department to provide a diverse, appealing, full-time social and activity program at the community for all residents and their families. Such a program should include a variety of social, recreational, physical, educational, and spiritual opportunities for resident involvement that encourages socialization and creativity, improves daily living skills, expands personal interest, and increases physical activity and education. Areas of Responsibility Develop an annual activity plan that supports achievement of Company goals and ownership objectives. Oversee the administration of the Lifestyle department according to Company policies and procedures and submit relevant reports and narratives as required. Recruit, hire, train, manage, motivate, and evaluate Lifestyle Assistants, Drivers, and Concierge personnel, including corrective action and recommendations for separation decisions, according to Company policies and procedures. Schedule the Driver and Lifestyle Assistant to stay within budgeted department guidelines and optimize the hours of the Lifestyle program so that day, evening, and weekend opportunities for activities, programs, and outings exist. Create and manage a resident transportation schedule and assist in maintaining community transportation vehicles per Company policies and procedures, ensuring adherence to the transportation budget and expenditures.  Create and manage the activity budget within approved guidelines and according to Company goals and ownership objectives.   Establish a full-time activity program that supports residents’ interests and is available seven days a week.  Other job duties assigned – see full job description.  Required Qualifications Must be a minimum of 21 years of age. Minimum two (2) years experience as Activity Director or Activity Assistant at an independent living, assisted living or skilled nursing community with related skills in scheduling activities, special events, and leading group activities. Must have working knowledge of appropriate Microsoft Office programs.   Must possess attention to detail, be energetic/enthusiastic, and able to multi-task. Must have positive Criminal Background Screening. Must possess a valid driver’s license for the state where the vehicle is operated. CDL with passenger endorsement preferred.  The Community is a drug free workplace; associates are subject to adherence to the Company Drug Free Workplace policy. Preferred Qualifications Activity Professional Certification preferred. Knowledge of local recreational opportunities is a plus. Appropriate CDL license preferred.