Connections Lifestyle Director
Cogir Management, USA•Burlington, WA
•$22 - $23•Onsite
About The Position
The Connections Lifestyle Director (Program Director) will create and implement daily life-enrichment activities and engagement strategies while creating a supportive living environment for the residents participating in the Cogir Connections program, a transitional program for assisted living with early-stage dementia. If you are passionate about your work and driven to create a life full of purpose for our residents, apply today and join the Cogir Family!
Requirements
- A high school diploma is required.
- Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel, Word, and Canva.
- Strong in initiative and sound judgment; employing professional ethics; pleasant manner, and the ability to motivate.
- Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings.
- Occasional evening and weekend availability.
Nice To Haves
- An associate degree or higher in gerontology, COTA, CRTS, or a related field is preferred.
- At least three (3) years of experience in designing and leading life-enrichment activities for seniors in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and Memory Care (MC) settings is strongly preferred.
- At least one (1) year of leadership experience in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare management is preferred.
- Experience with residents living with cognitive impairment (MCI / Early-stage dementia) is preferred.
- Creativity and passion for helping others, along with excellent communication skills.
Responsibilities
- Manage all aspects of the Connections Lifestyle Program.
- Produce and coordinate the monthly newsletter, delivering it to the residents and responsible party/family members, as applicable.
- Create, update, and maintain the daily, weekly, and monthly calendar of events and communicate daily with residents to keep them informed.
- Ongoing weekly communication with resident family members, providing updates on the residents' well-being.
- One-on-one and group communication with each resident daily to support individual needs.
- Organize all community volunteers.
- Organize and facilitate group outings during the week and occasionally in the evenings and/or weekends.
- Adhere to all policies and procedures of Cogir Senior Living.
Benefits
- Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
- Early access to paycheck (pay on demand).
- Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
- Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
- 401K with company match.
- Free meals at work.
- Employee Assistance Program.
- Generous Employee Referral Program and more.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
High school or GED
