--- title: Director Recreation Services at Genesis in Laconia, NH description: Genesis is hiring for the Director Recreation Services role in Laconia, NH. Pays $18–$20 per hour. See the full description and apply. type: job url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/director-recreation-services-at-genesis-01a1b23d-f344-78b7-896e-56600718fca4 date: 2026-11-15T01:26:44Z og_description: Join Genesis as Director Recreation Services in Laconia, NH. Pays $18–$20 per hour. Full-time, on-site role. og_image: https://www.foundrole.com/og/9t7om4.png breadcrumbs: - label: Home url: https://www.foundrole.com/ - label: Search url: https://www.foundrole.com/jobs --- | | | |---|---| | **Company** | Genesis | | **Location** | Laconia, NH | | **Salary** | $18/hr - $20/hr | | **Type** | Full Time | | **Posted** | Nov 06, 2026 | ## Is this job real? **Ghost job check:** A- · Low risk. Probably a real opening. ## Visa sponsorship - **H-1B:** Genesis sponsors H-1B visas. It filed 3 H-1B petitions (FY2026 Q1 – FY2026 Q4). - **E-Verify:** No E-Verify enrollment on record for Genesis. ## Pay for similar jobs Most similar jobs pay $42,000 – $56,000 a year (median $48,000). ## Description Overview **Laconia is Hiring!** **Full Time Director of Recreation** ***please inquire about our wonderful benefit program!*** We are dedicated to improving the lives we touch through the delivery of high-quality care and exceptional service. As a leading provider in the long-term care industry, we believe in fostering a collaborative, inclusive and supportive work environment where every team member is valued and empowered to make a difference. Whether you're an experienced professional or just starting your career, we offer opportunities for growth, development, and advancement in a range of roles. Join us in our mission to enhance the well-being of our patients and residents while making a meaningful impact in the communities we serve. Responsibilities Are you an energetic and passionate leader dedicated to enhancing resident quality of life? We are seeking a dynamic Director of Recreation Services to lead, innovate, and elevate our resident activity programming. You will oversee the full scope of recreation services. You will design individualized and group activity plans, foster vibrant community connections, lead a compassionate team, and build a warm, engaging environment where every resident feels valued and empowered. Position Highlights Program Leadership & Resident Engagement Design & Implement Programs: Develop a diverse calendar of physical, social, cognitive, and creative activities tailored to residents' preferences, abilities, and care goals. Person-Centered Care: Conduct comprehensive assessments and collaborate with the interdisciplinary care team to create individualized care plans. Resident Advocacy: Involve residents in program planning to ensure activities align with their personal interests and promote independence. Team Supervision & Leadership Staff Management: Recruit, onboard, mentor, and supervise recreation staff and volunteers, fostering a positive and collaborative team culture. Training & Compliance: Provide regular staff education on the benefits of therapeutic recreation, documentation standards, safety, and infection control. Volunteer Program: Build and sustain an active volunteer program through targeted outreach, screening, training, and recognition. Departmental Operations & Administration Budget & Resource Management: Prepare, monitor, and manage the annual recreation budget, including sourcing equipment, supplies, and technology tools. Quality Improvement: Regularly evaluate program effectiveness through resident feedback and present key findings to the Quality Improvement Committee. Community & Family Relations: Build strong connections with resident families, local organizations, and community partners to enrich on-site and off-site events. Qualifications Qualifications & Experience (Must meet ONE of the following) *Certified Professional: Current certification as an Activity Director Certified (ADC) through NCCAP, or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) through NCTRC. *Degree / Training: Bachelor s degree in Therapeutic Recreation (preferred) OR completion of the NAAP/NCCAP Basic and Advanced Management Course for Activity Professionals. *Relevant Experience: At least 2 years of social or recreational programming experience within the past 5 years, including at least 1 year of full-time experience in a healthcare patient activities program. *Clinical Credential: Qualified Occupational Therapist (OT) or Occupational Therapy Assistant (OTA). General Requirements *Language Proficiency: Strong English communication skills (reading, writing, and speaking) to effectively support patient safety, wellbeing, and emergency response. *Health Screening: Verification of TST (tuberculin skin test) as required by state law and company policy (testing can be administered on-site upon hire). Benefits *Variable compensation plans *Tuition, Travel, Wireless Service and other Discounts *Employee Assistance Program to support mental health *Employee Foundation to financially assist through unforeseen hardships *Health, Dental, Vision, Company-paid life insurance, 401K, Paid Time Off *Free 24/7 virtual health care provided by licensed doctors for all Anthem medically enrolled employees and their immediate family members *On-Demand Pay Program that allows for instant access to a portion of the money you ve already earned We also offer several voluntary insurances such as: *Pet Insurance *Term and Whole Life Insurance *Short-term Disability *Hospital Indemnity *Personal Accident *Critical Illness *Cancer Coverage Restrictions apply based on collective bargaining agreements, applicable state law and factors such as pay classification, job grade, location, and length of service   Posted Salary Range USD $18.00 - USD $20.00 /Hr. ## Skills - Outreach - Calendar Management - Infection Control - Recreation Therapy - Health Screening ## Benefits - Mental Health - Health Insurance - Dental Insurance - Vision Insurance - Disability Insurance - Life Insurance - Paid Time Off (Pto) - 401(k) Plans - Pet Insurance ## Related - [Sports & Fitness jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/sports-and-fitness?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Fitness & Recreation jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/sports-and-fitness/fitness-and-recreation?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Recreation Manager jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/careers/sports-and-fitness/fitness-and-recreation/recreation-manager?utm_source=ai_markdown)- [Browse all companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) ## Related pages - [Hospitals and Health Care](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors/healthcare/hospitals-and-health-care?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 385444 jobs - [New Hampshire](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us/new-hampshire?utm_source=ai_markdown) — 15703 jobs ## Browse - [Companies](https://www.foundrole.com/companies?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by country](https://www.foundrole.com/locations?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs in the United States by state and city](https://www.foundrole.com/locations/us?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B sponsors by location](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-sponsors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [H1B salaries](https://www.foundrole.com/h1b-salaries?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Sectors and industries](https://www.foundrole.com/sectors?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Jobs by career field](https://www.foundrole.com/careers?utm_source=ai_markdown) - [Latest jobs](https://www.foundrole.com/jobs/latest?utm_source=ai_markdown)