Director Entertainment & Programming

Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC•South Elgin, IL

2d•$53,000 - $60,950

About The Position

The Director of Entertainment & Programming oversees the development and execution of varied activities and events tailored to residents’ needs and preferences. The role coordinates with other departments so programs are integrated into the community experience, manages programming professionals, and fosters partnerships with external organizations. The position calls for creativity and strategic planning to develop innovative programs that enhance resident satisfaction and community involvement. The Director provides strategic direction for adult-centric, relevant, elevated, and purposeful programming that addresses residents’ physical, social, spiritual, emotional, cognitive, and leisure needs. The Director determines residents’ preferences, talents, and needs; tracks participation; adjusts the calendar; and evaluates program quality and content. The role also stays informed about active-aging and generational trends, develops signature programs and events, and encourages resident participation through positive relationships and personalized interactions.

Requirements

Must be at least 21 years of age.
Must have a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving experience.
Must have a valid state Driver’s License; a Class E Chauffeur’s License is required in some states.
Must have a clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).

Nice To Haves

Experience planning and implementing activities and events and organizing groups; preferred but not required.
Knowledge of aging and disability issues.
Experience supervising or directing the work of others.

Responsibilities

Provide strategic direction for programming that addresses residents’ physical, social, spiritual, emotional, cognitive, and leisure needs.
Determine residents’ programming preferences, talents, and needs; track participation; and adjust calendar events accordingly.
Evaluate programs to ensure their quality and content meet residents’ needs.
Stay informed about active-aging and generational trends to enhance the programming department.
Develop signature programming and events to enhance residents’ living experience.
Encourage residents to participate in programming through positive relationships and personalized interactions.
Coordinate with other departments to integrate programs into the community experience.
Manage a team of programming professionals and foster partnerships with external organizations.