Job Description

• Plan, develop, and implement resident lifestyle programming within the community as well as through outside trips and events.
• Survey and interview residents to determine their past and present interests and talents, as well as their satisfaction with the community’s programs and activities.
• Recognize the individuality, diversity, and spirituality of all residents when planning activities and celebrating holiday functions.
• Develop relationships with residents to encourage their participation in activities that enhance their quality of and appreciation for life.
• Observe residents’ function and behavior and report significant changes or concern to appropriate staff.
• Perform work tasks in a manner that preserves each resident’s dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
• Utilize outside community resources and independent contractors to enrich the variety of programs made available to residents.
• Develop and manage the annual department budget.
• Document and maintain all records as required to effectively manage the department.
• Secure and maintain all department supplies and equipment.
• Develop and distribute the resident newsletter/calendar and other lifestyle programming communications on a regular and monthly basis conforming to Senior Lifestyle standards.
• Work with assisted living department manager in planning daily activities for Assisted Living residents when applicable.
• Coordinate outings and weekly transportation schedule with the transportation department.
• May, in consultation with the Executive Director, hire, train, discipline, and terminate departmental employees in accordance with Senior Lifestyle Corporation Human Resources Policy.
• Work cooperatively with all other departments in planning shared events.
• Coordinate volunteers, including their recruitment and training.
• Maintain an inviting, functional, and organized program area, including appropriate and seasonal decoration of display areas.
• Carry out all responsibilities to residents, families and coworkers in a friendly, courteous and professional manner.

Qualifications

Level of Formal Education: A Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university; or one to two years related experience and/or training; or equivalent combination of education and experience
Years of Experience: No experience required
Special Certifications: Activity Leader Certification (can be obtained)
Language Skills: Acceptable fluency in English in order to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with all others.
Technical Competencies: Proficiency using Microsoft word, Excel, Powerpoint, and Outlook
Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to manage multiple projects.
• Strong organizational skills and time management.

Personal Attributes: Willingness to work hard, enthusiastic

Additional Information

Senior Lifestyle offers a comprehensive benefits plan to eligible team members including health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short-term disability, long-term disability, and paid time off. All Senior Lifestyle positions are eligible to use DailyPay, an application that allows you to access your earned but unpaid wages before your next payday. Senior Lifestyle requires that all employees provide proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt due to medical, religious, or personal beliefs. Government requirements or exclusions may apply.