Director of Recreation

Recreation Director

Papillion, NE

At Hillcrest Health and Living, we believe life should be full of purpose, connection, and joy at every age. We’re looking for a Recreation Director who is passionate about creating meaningful experiences and building engaging programs that enhance the lives of our residents.

What You’ll Do

• Plan, coordinate, and lead a comprehensive recreation and life enrichment program for residents
• Develop activities that support physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being
• Create monthly activity calendars and special events tailored to resident interests
• Encourage resident participation and foster a sense of community and belonging
• Coordinate outings, celebrations, and intergenerational or community-based activities
• Supervise, train, and support recreation team members and volunteers
• Collaborate with nursing, dining, and leadership teams to ensure holistic resident care
• Maintain accurate documentation and ensure compliance with state and company standards
  
  

What We’re Looking For

• Experience in recreation, activities, life enrichment, or a related field (senior living experience preferred)
• Strong creativity, organization, and communication skills
• Ability to lead groups and connect with residents at all levels of ability
• CPR/First Aid certification (or willingness to obtain)
• Certification such as ADC, ACC, or CTRS is a plus (or willingness to pursue)
• A heart for service and a genuine passion for enhancing the resident experience
  
  

Why Hillcrest?

• Mission-driven organization focused on inspiring people to live their best lives
• Supportive leadership and team-centered culture
• Competitive pay and benefits
• Opportunities for professional growth and development
  
  

If you’re creative, compassionate, and ready to make a real impact every day, we’d love to meet you.