Lifestyle Director

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At The Artesian of Ojai, we value individuality and strong team connectivity. Our team members are compassionate, dedicated, and committed to providing high-quality care while creating relationships with our residents, families, and other staff members.

The Artesian of Ojai is the premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Ojai. We specialize in a wide range of support and guidance for residents through specific programming for care, activities, socialization, and dining.

Benefits and Offerings:

• Competitive Pay
• Differential Pay
• Flexible hours
• Health Insurance
• Dental & Vision
• Bonuses
• Rewards and Incentives
• Career Advancement
• Comprehensive Training
• Fun and Collaborative Environment

Open Position Schedules:

• Full-Time
• Tuesday - Saturday 9am - 5:30pm

Requirements: 

• 1 year experience conducting activities in a group setting, preferably in senior care facilities.
• Must be open to work holidays and weekends as needed. Requires valid license and ability to drive community Van.

Starting Pay $25 - $27 an hour depending on experience.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the development, implementation and operation of the Lifestyle programs at the community. Responsible for promoting a healthy, activity-enriched lifestyle for residents & staff and for ensuring the programming meets the interest, and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident. The Lifestyle Director is responsible to plan, prepare, and direct the overall operation of the resident and family activities along with overseeing the wellness department.

Essential Job Duties:

• Create an environment in the community that promotes residents and families’ participation in the provided activities including:
• Create and submit a monthly calendar of events for review and printing
• Create and submit a monthly newsletter for residents, staff, and families
• Create and maintain social media under the umbrella of Carefield Living
• Coordinate with other associates the planning, execution, and attending special functions, such as holidays and celebratory events.
• Conduct survey of residents to determine what activities are of interest to them
• Overseeing transportation of residents including:( two options drivers under resident relations or wellness).
• Assist with the safe loading, unloading, seating, and transporting of residents onto and off community vehicles and drive residents as needed.
• Oversee scheduling of transportation for recreational and medical outings
• Evaluate transportation program on a regular basis to ensure customer satisfaction
• Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and supervise department staff in accordance with all company policies, procedures, and core values.
• Develop and train volunteers who are in the community to assist with activities or special events
• Survey residents to determine their satisfaction levels with programs and services provided and make corrections as necessary
• Manage the department within the budgetary guidelines, track inventory, and order supplies
• Understand and fulfill all State, Federal and local regulations for maintaining safe vehicles, securing all required credentials/licensing for vehicle(s) a driver(s).
• Encourage and invite resident participation in all resident activities
• Alert care staff when there is a medical or care need of a resident that needs to be addressed
• Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
• Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately.
• Comply with Carefield Living standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations.
• Display a positive and professional image through actions and maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform or clothing and name tag when working
• Represent the Carefield Living principles and core values on a daily basis.
• Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or required.

Oher responsibilities to consider:

• Effectively communicate Carefield Living vision of lifestyle living by sharing program outcomes, as well as program changes and updates throughout the community
• Collaborates with sales to cultivate the program brand; communicate frequently on opportunities to tell the story of how prospects can live well at Carefield Living
• Creates and implements an approach to capturing useful data related to programs and services; provides monthly reporting regarding attendance and other metrics for all programs..

Responsibility Level:

Responsible for the direct supervision of Activities Assistants and Drivers .

General instruction and/or functional guidance are provided on some, but not all tasks to be performed and the results of individual projects may be reviewed upon completion. The staff is expected to respond to questions from residents and their family members, troubleshooting and resolving issues utilizing their own discretion and judgment. On certain occasions, the staff will work with the Executive Director and other members of management to resolve community issues.

Knowledge and Skills:

• Ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public
• Display excellent communication and listening skills including the ability to speak orally in front of small groups of people
• Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during emergency situations
• Reasoning skills that include the ability to understand issues and process information for the purpose of giving and receiving feedback and instructions.
• Ability to operate basic office equipment including personal computer, scanner, copier, fax machine and proficient with email and Microsoft Office.
• Compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights

Position Requirements:

• Ability, licensure and willingness to drive the community vehicle
• Bachelor’s degree (Gerontology, Kinesiology, Recreation Therapy, or Health Promotion) is preferable or combination of education and experience
• Minimum of two to four years of experience with developing and implementing Activities wellness programs, preferably for seniors
• Minimum one year of supervisory experience to include training and supervising staff and developing and managing a budget
• First Aid Certification
• Background clearances as required by government regulations
• Must meet health requirements, including TB.

Special Requirements/Certifications:

• If responsible for creating exercise prescriptions and evaluating resident’s ability to participate in physical dimension of programs, one or more of the following certifications is highly preferred:
  • ASFA Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer (Senior Fitness Instruction certification)
    • ACSM Health/Fitness Specialist/ ACSM certified Group Exercise Instructor/ ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
    • NASM Certified personal trainer
    • Balance and Mobility Specialist Certification

Physical and Mental Demands:

• Able to be mobile and perform the physical requirements of the job to include: bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and repetitive motions.
• Able to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
• Able to move intermittently throughout the work day and between divisions
• Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. and push up to 40 lbs. as necessary
• Ability to push a resident safely in their wheelchairs
• Ability to physically assist residents during activities and outings
• Able to assist in loading and unloading residents into community vehicle/van(s)
• Able to assist in moving residents during emergency situations.
• Able to understand, remember and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
• Able to perform basic calculations.
• Some travel may be required.

Working Conditions:

• Must be willing and able to work required and scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, overtime and holidays.
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

We look forward to you joining our team!