Activities Manager

Activities Manager – Full Time

Martha & Mary Health Services | Poulsbo, WA

Make Every Day Meaningful
If you're passionate about bringing joy, connection, and purpose to the lives of others — this is the opportunity for you.
Martha & Mary is seeking an energetic, creative, and compassionate Activities Manager to lead engaging programs for our residents. From music and art to gardening, spiritual care, and intergenerational connections, you'll plan experiences that uplift the mind, body, and spirit.

About the Role

As an Activities Manager, you'll oversee, plan, and coordinate all activity programming on your assigned unit. You'll manage a small, dedicated team and work closely with nursing, dining, therapy, volunteers, and families to ensure our residents experience meaningful, person-centered engagement every day.

You'll balance hands-on creativity with leadership — designing calendars, facilitating special events, managing volunteers, and ensuring compliance with regulations — all while fostering a positive, inclusive environment where residents feel valued and inspired.

Wage Range: $ $23.56hr. based off experience

Schedule: 40 hours a week

What You'll Do

• Plan, organize, and lead daily, weekly, and monthly activity programs that promote social, emotional, and physical well-being.

• Supervise, coach, and train activity staff on your assigned unit.

• Manage staff scheduling and approve payroll for your team.

• Develop and document individualized activity care plans and progress notes.

• Coordinate with volunteers, entertainers, and community partners for special events.

• Oversee programs such as Music & Memory, Eversound, IN2L, Pet Therapy, and Intergenerational Programs (IGP).

• Ensure compliance with all state and federal activity regulations.

• Support resident safety and comfort, assisting in dining rooms or resident transport as needed.

• Collaborate with the Health Services Administrator to manage department budgets and goals.

• Maintain an atmosphere of warmth, enthusiasm, and inclusion for residents and families.

Who You Are

• You have a heart for seniors and believe in the power of meaningful engagement.

• You bring at least 2 years of experience leading group activities — ideally in long-term care or senior living.

• You're a motivated leader and team builder who inspires creativity and collaboration.

• You communicate clearly, listen compassionately, and handle situations with diplomacy and care.

• You're organized, flexible, and comfortable managing multiple priorities in a dynamic environment.

• You bring knowledge of Washington State skilled nursing activity assistant regulations and documentation requirements.

• You value laughter, patience, and connection even on the busiest days.

Why Martha & Mary?

At Martha & Mary, you'll be part of a respected not-for-profit organization serving Kitsap County for more than 130 years. We believe in caring for our residents and our employees like family.

Join our mission of caring.
If you're ready to use your creativity and leadership to make a genuine difference each day — apply today and help us create moments that matter.

Benefits Offered: 

Martha & Mary offers fair wages, competitive benefits and supportive work environments, where we become friends and family.  We invite you to apply and become a part of one of Kitsap County's largest not-for profit employers.  The following benefits/compensation are offered at Martha & Mary.

• Paid Time Off (PTO) is accrued at varying rates depending on length of employment.   Accrual rates begin at 5.32 hours per month based on a 40-hour workweek.  These accruals include the required sick leave per Washington State's Paid Sick Leave Law  
• 40% discount on child care services while working
• Comprehensive benefit package after 60 days to include medical, dental, vision and life insurance options for full time employees.   
• Career advancement opportunities across multiple sites and departments
• 403(b) Retirement Savings Plan is available immediately upon hire
• 5 Paid Holidays 
• Employee Assistance and Counseling for life's challenges outside of the workplace
• Cell phone, Health Club and Auto service discounts
• And much more

Martha & Mary employee benefits and wages offered are reviewed annually and are intended to be fair, beneficial and competitive in today's market whether just entering our workforce or nearing retirement. Benefit offerings are based on employment status. Salary ranges, benefits and other compensation are subject to change. 

Martha & Mary is an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.

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