Top 37 Activity director Jobs in Iowa

Life Enrichment Director
Apple Valley Place - Charles City —Charles City, IA
- $22 a day
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Dental insurance
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Life Enrichment / Activity Director
StoryPoint —Adel, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- Travel
- Leadership
- Health insurance
- Dental insurance
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Activity Director (Full Time)
Aura Senior Living —Cedar Rapids, IA
- $52,000 - $55,100 a year
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Activity Director
Homestead of Osceola —Osceola, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Computer literacy
- English
- Mid-level
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Activity Director
Emmetsburg Care Center —Emmetsburg, IA
- Full-time
- In person
- Skilled nursing facility
- Management
- Mid-level
- Tuition reimbursement
- 401(k) matching
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Activities Director
Bettendorf Health Care Center —Bettendorf, IA
- Management
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Life Enrichment Director
River Valley Place of Ottumwa —Ottumwa, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Activities Director
Iowa City Rehab and Health Care Center —Iowa City, IA
- Full-time
- Management
- Mid-level
- Associate's degree
- Disability insurance
- Health insurance
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Director of Life Enrichment - Full-Time
Rotary Senior Living —Eagle Grove, IA
- Full-time
- Mid-level
- Dental insurance
- Paid time off
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Director of Life Enrichment
Accura HealthCare of Pomeroy —Pomeroy, IA
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Senior level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Activities- Full Time
FRIENDSHIP HAVEN —Fort Dodge, IA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- Computer literacy
- Driver's License
- Flexible spending account
- Employee assistance program
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Recreation Therapy Specialist
On With Life —Ankeny, IA
- No weekends
- Background check
- Experience working with individuals with disabilities
- Mid-level
- Disability insurance
- Dental insurance
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Life Enrichment Director
Brown Deer Place —Coralville, IA
- $20 an hour
- Weekends as needed
- Microsoft Outlook
- Mid-level
- Bachelor's degree
- Paid holidays
- Health insurance
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Recreation Therapist (BA)
Clive Behavioral Health Hospital —Clive, IA
- Full-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Inpatient
- Opportunities for advancement
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Life Enrichment Coordinator - Full-Time
Accura Healthcare of Lake City —Lake City, IA
- Full-time
- Skilled nursing facility
- Entry level
- AD&D insurance
- Paid holidays
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Abbe Health Activity Specialist
UnityPoint Health —Marion, IA
- Full-time
- High school diploma or GED
- Bachelor's degree
- 1 year
- Paid holidays
- Disability insurance
Activities Director - Senior Living
Allegro Living, LLC —Grinnell, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Clean driving record
- Management
- Mid-level
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Campus Activities Coordinator
Central College —Pella, IA
- Weekends as needed
- Mid-level
- University
- Bachelor's degree
8d
Recreation Therapist (PT)
Clive Behavioral Health Hospital —Clive, IA
- Part-time
- CPR Certification
- BLS Certification
- Inpatient
- Opportunities for advancement
Life Enrichment Partner - Temp to Hire
WesleyLife —Des Moines, IA
- Full-time
- 18 years or older
- Pass drug screening
- Older adults
- 401(k)
- Tuition reimbursement
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Life Enrichment Director

Apple Valley Place - Charles City -
Charles City, IA

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Job Details

Full-time
$22 a day

Benefits

Paid holidays
Dental insurance
Paid time off
Employee assistance program
Vision insurance
401(k) matching

Qualifications

Marketing design
Recreation therapy
Experience working with individuals with dementia
Program design
Resident conversation engagement
Microsoft Outlook
Music activities for care recipients
Patients with cognitive disabilities
Sensory activity facilitation
Resident hobbies assistance
Greeting customers
Regulatory compliance
Mid-level
Movement activities (creative arts teaching)
Working with seniors
Budget management planning
Newsletter content drafting
Documentation tools
Bachelor's degree
Video conferencing software
Calendar management
Compliance documentation
Resident rapport building
Collaborative technology platforms
Organizational skills
Microsoft Teams
Relationship management
SharePoint
Wellness activities for care recipients
Newsletters (communication methods)

Full Job Description

At Better Living, we believe every stage of life should be filled with purpose, dignity, and joy. We’re not just a senior living management company—we’re a team driven by compassion, grounded in hospitality, and committed to doing what’s right for residents, families, and staff. Our communities are built on meaningful connections, personalized support, and everyday moments that matter.

This is senior living, only better.

Benefits:

Compensation - $22.00 per hour
Health, dental, and vision insurance
Paid time off and holidays
401 (K) matching
Professional development opportunities
Employee assistance programs

Position Summary

The Life Enrichment Director at Better Living is the heartbeat of our community. This role goes beyond planning activities — it’s about creating joy, fostering connection, and elevating every moment for our residents. The Life Enrichment Director designs and leads meaningful, engaging experiences that honor each resident’s life story, abilities, interests, and purpose.
At Better Living, life enrichment isn’t optional, it’s essential. We believe residents deserve days filled with laughter, dignity, choice, and moments that matter.

Why You’ll Love This Role

You get to create joy for a living
You’ll help residents rediscover hobbies, passions, and purpose
No two days are the same
You’ll be encouraged to bring creativity, personality, and heart
You’ll be supported by a culture that believes in loving generously and serving passionately

Key Responsibilities

Program Development & Engagement

Plan and lead a robust calendar of daily, weekly, and monthly life‐enrichment experiences
Design programs that support physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well‐being
Ensure activities are inclusive, engaging, and adaptable for all levels of ability
Create experiences — not just events — that encourage resident choice and participation
Incorporate music, movement, art, games, outings, celebrations, and purpose‐driven activities

Resident‐Centered Focus

Get to know residents personally through life stories, interests, and preferences
Adapt programming to reflect resident feedback and evolving needs
Encourage resident leadership, clubs, committees, and peer‐to‐peer involvement
Support dignity, independence, and meaningful engagement for every resident

Memory Care Support

Partner with the care team to support residents living with dementia through purposeful, sensory‐rich programming
Implement structured daily routines that promote comfort, familiarity, and success
Use redirection, validation, and relationship‐based engagement strategies
Align programs with Better Living’s Better Days Memory Care philosophy

Community & Culture

Actively model and promote the Better Living mission and values
Bring energy, positivity, and creativity to the community atmosphere
Partner with other department leaders to create engaging cross‐department experiences
Welcome families and guests and encourage participation in community life
Represent Better Living positively during tours, events, and community outreach

Administration & Compliance

Maintain an accurate activity calendar and documentation as required by Better Living standards and as required by state regulations
Track participation and engagement
Manage activity supplies, budget, and donations
Ensure programs meet licensing and regulatory requirements
Complete required training and attend team meetings

Technology Skills & Digital Engagement

The Life Enrichment Director uses technology confidently to support resident engagement, communication, and departmental organization. This includes:

Proficiency with Microsoft Teams, Outlook, SharePoint, and digital calendars
Ability to learn and navigate senior‐living software systems, including TSO and documentation platforms
Comfort using tablets, smart devices, and virtual platforms to enhance resident experiences (virtual tours, music apps, video calls, interactive games)
Skill in creating visually appealing newsletters, calendars, and communication materials using approved digital templates
Ability to assist residents with simple technology tasks in a patient, supportive manner
Strong digital organization habits, including file management and timely documentation
Willingness to adopt new tools and systems as Better Living continues to strengthen digital competency across communities

Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree Preferred.
Experience in activities, recreation, life enrichment, or a related field preferred
Technology experience and the willingness to learn new software platforms
Experience in senior living, assisted living or memory care strongly preferred
Passion for working with older adults and creating meaningful experience
Strong communication, organizational and time management skills
Creative, outgoing and flexible personality
Ability to work some evenings, weekends and holidays as needed

What Success Looks Like

Residents are engaged, smiling, and connected
Families see joy, purpose, and meaningful days
Programs reflect resident voices — not just a calendar
The community feels alive, welcoming, and warm
Life enrichment is woven into daily life, not treated as an add‐on

Better Living Promise

At Better Living, we don’t believe in “keeping residents busy.”
We believe in helping them live fully.
If you are creative, compassionate, energetic, and ready to make every day brighter — we would love to meet you.

We are an equal opportunity employer that is committed to diversity and inclusion in the workplace. We prohibit discrimination and harassment of any kind based on race, color, sex, religion, sexual orientation, national origin, disability, genetic information, pregnancy, or any other protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.

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