Activities Director

Director of Celebrations In this role you will develop and oversee resident services, including planning and coordinating opportunities that promote health, wellbeing, engagement and growth. Responsibilities Plan, schedule, and conduct lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for residents. Plan appropriate programs for holidays and special events. Recruit and develop additional resources for services to residents; initiate correspondence with outside organizations, service groups, and volunteers. Advise and motivate residents regarding appropriate individual and group activities based on interests and opportunities for growth. Prepare and organize a calendar of events; submit the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval; post and distribute the calendar. Develop and print the community newsletter. Provide leadership of lifestyle program. Coordinate the community library. Purchase and maintain equipment and supplies in accordance with budgetary guidelines. Prepare preliminary draft of Celebrations Operating Budget. Organize and supervise a volunteer staff. Address resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest. Maintain a database and prepare reports on resident quality assurance assessments, participation, and satisfaction. Supervise staff of Recreation and Event Coordinators across multiple levels of service in a retirement community. Participate in community in services. Demonstrate competence in federal, state and local regulations for skilled nursing, assisted living and/or independent living; ensure compliance. Develop, facilitate, and analyze resident surveys to determine ongoing activities that meet resident interests. Plan, coordinate, and facilitate appropriate mixed group activities. Develop and facilitate daily displays of activities on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining rooms and other communication centers. Maintain a robust public relations program in support of activity programming and community relations. Implement and facilitate a volunteer recognition program. Other duties as assigned. Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervise employees in the Celebrations Department in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning, directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees. Qualifications Associate degree in Recreation, Therapeutic Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work, or Adult Education. Three to five years related experience. Two years supervisory/management experience. Benefits Eligible employees receive a comprehensive benefits package that includes competitive pay, medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance; paid time off and holidays; a 401(k) with employer match; paid training and career growth opportunities; wellness related benefits; and Employee Assistance Program support. Equal Opportunity Employer We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all team members. EOE D/V #J-18808-Ljbffr