Activities Director

Activities Director | Senior Living
$17.00 - $18.00/hour | Full-Time
Mercer Terrace | CIMA Senior Living | Rowlett, TX

Make a difference in someone's life every day. 
At Mercer Terrace, we offer fulfilling roles in assisted living, where staff can make a meaningful impact while working in a respectful and enriching setting.

Why Join Us? 

• Competitive Pay: $17 - $18/hour, based on experience
• Flexible Schedule: Monday - Friday | 9:00AM - 4:30PM | Occasional weekends, as needed
• Supportive Team: We value our employees as much as our residents
• Quick Hiring: Apply today and hear back within 48 hours

What You'll Do: 

• Lead and participate in engaging, hands-on activities, events, trips, and celebrations within the assisted living setting, encouraging resident involvement and highlighting individual talents.
• Create and distribute monthly calendars and newsletters; gather resident feedback through surveys; collaborate closely with other departments to ensure a well-rounded, meaningful daily program.
• Personally facilitate activities and outings - including scheduling transportation, driving the community van or bus, and assisting residents directly during trips and events.
• Engage with one-on-one residents daily, providing companionship, encouragement, and assistance during activities to foster connection and a sense of belonging.
• Support marketing efforts, build community relationships, and occasionally assist with tours and apartment rentals

What You'll Need: 

• 2 years of assisted living experience required
• Activity programming, recreation, or related experience preferred.
• Valid driver's license is required, to drive community van to and from resident outings.
• Ability to lift up to 50 pounds and perform physical tasks including bending, reaching, kneeling, pushing, and assisting residents during activities and transportation.
• Ability to pass required background checks and health screenings in accordance with state regulations.
•  Activity Director Certified (ADC) credential preferred

Benefits Available to You:

• Medical, dental and vision insurance 
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Accounts 
• Life/AD&D Insurance  
• Short- & Long-Term Disability  
• Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, & Hospital Indemnity Insurance  
• Employee Assistance Program 
• Perks at Work Discount Program 

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.