ACTIVITIES DIRECTOR

Five Star Senior Living • Ellicott City, MD

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About The Position

The Life Enrichment (Activities) Program Director is responsible for ensuring a well-rounded, evidence-based activities and recreation program for the residents in the community. This role is critical in enriching and inspiring the journey of life for the residents, providing meaningful opportunities for personal and professional growth within a supportive culture.

Requirements

• Must be at least 18 years of age.
• Experience in planning activities for large groups.
• Knowledge of geriatric communities a plus.
• Ability to plan, organize and communicate appropriate activities that promote participation and enthusiasm among the residents.
• High School Diploma or equivalent required.
• Associate or bachelor's degree in human services or recreation therapy preferred.
• Must pass State and Company criminal background/drug screens.
• Must possess a valid State Driver's License or Commercial Driver's License (CDL) as mandated by community and state regulations.
• Demonstrates effective time management skills.
• Working knowledge of personal computer and software applications such as Microsoft Office.

Nice To Haves

• Associate or bachelor's degree in human services or recreation therapy preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, schedules, and implements an innovative, evidence-based activity program, seven days per week, with at least five programs per day, including one evening program.
• Collaborates with marketing, food service, administrative, and other departments to ensure quality resident programming.
• Organizes and/or conducts outings of interest to residents, driving them to and from events using the community vehicle.
• Promotes participation and individual resident interaction by understanding residents' interests and tailoring programs accordingly.
• Arranges religious observances and in-house services.
• Coordinates the development and distribution of the in-house newsletter with input from residents, employees, and guests.
• Assists in orienting new residents by introducing them to staff and other residents, providing tours, and inviting/escorting them to community programs and outings.
• Communicates with families of new residents weekly for the first two months, then monthly.
• Works with marketing/management to develop community outreach programs for resident involvement (e.g., schools, hospitals, nursing homes).
• Provides information for the bi-monthly marketing press releases.
• Conducts resident programming interviews to develop individualized programs and invites residents to those of interest.
• Facilitates monthly resident community meetings.
• Operates the department cost-effectively, adhering to budgeting guidelines and goals.
• Leads an active network of volunteers.
• Shows high-level skill in planning appropriate and innovative community programming.
• Responsibilities include leadership, customer service, safety, resident care and communication.

What This Job Offers

• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED