Activities Director - Personal Care - Experience Required

Senior Lifestyle•Hermitage, PA

About The Position

The Activities Director plans and leads daily programs and special events that enrich residents’ lives and highlight the positive aspects of life in a Senior Lifestyle community. The role calls for creativity, positive energy, confidence in independently leading programs, flexibility when schedules change, and the ability to develop community partnerships. The position reports to the Executive Director and may supervise other staff. The Activities Director fosters a fun, celebratory work environment; plans inclusive programming and events; supports resident participation and wellness across seven areas; and maintains calendars, newsletters, program materials, and social media. The role also oversees the resident ambassador program, supports seasonal and holiday décor, manages department employees, equipment, supplies, budgets, expenses, and records, and may drive an automobile for work-related duties.

Requirements

A bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or university, one to two years of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
Entry-level experience stated as 0–3+ years.
Experience leading small or large group events.
English fluency sufficient to perform job duties and speak, read, write, and communicate with others.
Competence with computer applications, including Microsoft Suite, Outlook email, online learning portals, and social media.
Positive and professional demeanor toward residents, visitors, families, and coworkers.
Willingness to try new things.
Enthusiasm and a positive demeanor that encourages residents, employees, and family members to engage with community programs.

Nice To Haves

Event-planning experience.
Experience leading small- and large-group programs.
Experience coordinating community partnerships.
Specialty skills such as fitness certification, musical ability, or artistic skills.

Responsibilities

Foster a fun work environment centered around celebrating residents’ lives.
Plan and lead daily community programs and special events.
Develop opportunities for team members in other departments to create and lead programs.
Plan and execute special events in partnership with the sales and marketing departments.
Recognize and honor residents’ individuality, diversity, and spirituality when planning programs, events, and holiday celebrations.
Develop rapport with residents and encourage participation in programs and events.
Offer programming across the seven areas of wellness: physical, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, vocational, and environmental.
Develop and distribute a monthly calendar of events and newsletter that meet SLC program and brand standards by the first of each month.
Organize and lead trips outside the community to help residents stay connected to the greater community.
Develop partnerships inside and outside the community to enhance programs and events.
Promote the community lifestyle through social media and positive partnerships with sales and marketing.
Oversee the resident ambassador program.
Support and participate in setting up seasonal and holiday décor.
Keep program flyers, bulletin boards, and digital signs current and compliant with SLC and brand standards.
Perform work in a manner that preserves residents’ dignity, privacy, and confidentiality.
Hire, train, develop, and mentor department employees according to Senior Lifestyle Corporation Human Resources guidelines.
Secure and maintain department equipment and supplies.
Manage the department budget and expenses.
Document and maintain records required to manage the department effectively.
Drive an automobile when required by the role.