Activities Director
Silverado
Summary
Join Silverado Southlake, a memory care innovator ranked in the top 10 nationwide by Fortune Magazine Best Workplaces in Aging Services. Since 1997, Silverado has delivered exceptional care to individuals with neurodegenerative conditions.
Job description
We're hiring a Director of Resident Engagement (Activities Director) – a creative and compassionate leader who designs meaningful programs that enrich the lives of residents and foster joy, connection, and purpose.
What You'll Be Doing
- Plan, coordinate, and implement daily resident engagement programs that meet the diverse needs and interests of residents
- Supervise engagement team members and volunteers to ensure high-quality programming
- Collaborate with other departments to integrate activities into overall care plans
- Support and assist in the care of community pets, including dogs, cats, and birds
- Promote Silverado's mission and programs to civic and memory care-related groups
- May be required to work outside of regular hours depending on business needs
Qualifications
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program for older adults
- Experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's or related dementias is highly desirable
- Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience, including coaching, team building, and performance management
- High school diploma or equivalent required; bachelor's degree preferred
- Comfortable working in an environment with pets
- Active role: walking, bending, lifting (up to 50 lbs.)
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
- Reliable transportation to meet attendance and outreach needs
Schedule: Sunday - Thursday
Requirements
- Minimum 2 years of experience in a social or recreational program for older adults
- Minimum 1 year of supervisory experience, including coaching, team building, and performance management
- High school diploma or equivalent required
- Valid driver's license and clean driving record required
- Reliable transportation to meet attendance and outreach needs
- Comfortable working in an environment with pets
- Ability to walk, bend, and lift up to 50 lbs.
- Experience working with individuals with Alzheimer's or related dementias is highly desirable
- Bachelor's degree preferred
Benefits
- 401(k) Matching
- Medical, Dental & Vision
- Flexible Spending Account
- Paid Time Off
- Tuition Reimbursement
- Professional Development Assistance
- Referral Program
- Pet Insurance
- Auto & Home Insurance
- Discount Programs
Company overview
Silverado is a leading senior living company specializing exclusively in memory care and hospice services for individuals with Alzheimer's, Parkinson's, and other memory-impairing diseases. Founded in 1996 and headquartered in Irvine, California, Silverado operates 28 memory care communities across 10 states, providing the full continuum of care from early onset through end-of-life services. The company's innovative approach combines intensive clinical care with a home-like residential environment, featuring 24/7 licensed nursing staff, physician medical directors, and specialized dementia care programs. Silverado is recognized as an industry leader in memory care innovation, with partnerships with major research universities including UCLA, UCSD, Stanford, and Baylor University. The company's unique "normalization" philosophy focuses on treating residents with dignity and respect while maintaining their independence and quality of life. Silverado also operates home care offices and hospice services, offering comprehensive support for families navigating memory loss challenges.