Location: Byron, GA Area
Job Type: Full-Time
Salary: Competitive, based on experience
A respected senior living community in the Byron, GA area is seeking a compassionate, energetic, and organized Wellness Director to lead our resident wellness and life enrichment programs. This is an exciting opportunity for an experienced leader who is passionate about enhancing the quality of life for seniors through engaging activities, wellness initiatives, and meaningful resident experiences.
If you enjoy building relationships, inspiring a team, and creating memorable programs that promote physical, emotional, social, and cognitive well-being, we'd love to hear from you.
Develop, implement, and oversee a comprehensive wellness and life enrichment program.
Plan and coordinate daily, weekly, and monthly activities that meet the interests and abilities of residents.
Supervise, mentor, and schedule the wellness team and volunteers.
Foster resident engagement through individual and group programming.
Coordinate community outings, special events, entertainment, and holiday celebrations.
Collaborate with nursing, therapy, dining, and other departments to support resident well-being.
Maintain activity calendars, participation records, budgets, and required documentation.
Ensure all programs comply with applicable regulations and community policies.
Build positive relationships with residents, families, and community partners.
Previous experience leading activities, recreation, wellness, or life enrichment programs in senior living, assisted living, memory care, or long-term care preferred.
Prior supervisory or management experience preferred.
Excellent communication, organizational, and leadership skills.
Creative, compassionate, and resident-focused approach.
Ability to work flexible hours, including occasional evenings, weekends, and holidays for special events.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and electronic documentation is a plus.
Certification in Activity Director, Therapeutic Recreation, or a related field is preferred but not required.
Experience with memory care programming is a plus.
CPR/First Aid certification is a plus.
Competitive pay
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off
Holiday pay
Retirement plan
Professional development opportunities
Supportive team environment
Opportunity to make a lasting impact in the lives of seniors
Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) Statement
We are an Equal Opportunity Employer. We are committed to providing a workplace free from discrimination and harassment. All employment decisions are made without regard to race, color, religion, sex, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, veteran status, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable laws.
