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Activity Director

Pearl of Fox River Valley
Elgin, IL Full Time
POSTED ON 9/22/2026
AVAILABLE BEFORE 10/21/2026

The Pearl of Fox River Valley is seeking a dedicated and detail-oriented Activity Director to join our team.

Do you have a passion for caring for others?  Are you looking for a great work environment where you can make a difference? 

 

 

At Pearl Healthcare, YOU are our greatest asset! We offer these competitive benefits:

  • Competitive wage

  • Affordable: Medical, Dental, Vision 

  • Free Life Insurance

  • Paid Vacation/Sick Time 

  • Personal Days 

  • Employee Referral Bonus 

  • Tuition Reimbursement 

  • 401K 

  • Meaningful and rewarding work environment

  • Plus much more, Inquire with us today

Description:

The primary purpose of The Activity Director supports the efforts of the department in assessing, selecting, organizing, and implementing of activity/recreational services to address the individualized needs and interests of the overall patient population within the center.



Responsibilities:

  • Develop and oversee the delivery of activity/recreational programs to promote patient opportunities for engaging in normal life enhancement pursuits and to increase and/or maintain functioning levels.

  • Develop/Coordinate activities that jointly include the community, staff, families and patients.

  • Complete monthly calendar of available activity/recreational programs and post in the facility.

  • Encourage patient participation in group and individual activities.

  • Ensure regulatory requirement compliance with department documentation.

  • Ensure that needed activity supplies are on hand to conduct scheduled activities.

  • Adhere to the budget guidelines for the department.

  • Maintain appropriate records pertaining to the department budget; monitor and control cost expenditures.

  • Organize and supervise department including selection, orientation, monitoring, scheduling and training of Activity aide employees.

  • Organize and supervise facility volunteer program including recruiting, selection, orientation, monitoring, scheduling and training volunteers.

  • Organize Resident Council Meetings.

  • Serve as a resource person for new residents. Assure that all necessary documents are completed.



Requirements:

  • Degree in recreational therapy and/or Activity Director Certification (required)

  • At least three years experience in geriatrics, recreation or social administration. 

  • Excellent verbal, organizational and communication skills

  • Able to work independently with minimal supervision.

  • Must be able to maintain confidentiality of sensitive/confidential information Strong computer skills

  • Demonstrated critical thinking skills, problem-solving abilities, effective communication skills, and time management skills.


Apply online by clicking Apply Now or apply in person at:

The Pearl of Fox River Valley

1950 Larkin Avenue
Elgin , IL 60123

At Pearl Healthcare, our unique approach to post-acute rehabilitation places the patient at the center, curating a plan of care that understands the specific needs of each individual. We are committed to providing a sophisticated level of support to achieve exceptional quality care.

Pearl Healthcare is an equal opportunity employer.  

 


Apply today for immediate consideration!

 

 

 

Salary : $60,000 - $63,000

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