Director of Community Enrichment

Lutheran Senior Services•Chesterfield, MO

4d•$62,300 - $99,900

About The Position

Summary The Director of Community Enrichment upholds the EverTrue mission of "Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest" by coordinating the community activities, lifestyle enrichment events and programs, and wellness initiatives. Essential Functions Coordinates for residents and the various service departments of the entire Life Plan Community to provide a high quality of service Assists in facilitating new residents’ transitions once they have moved into the Community and orients new residents on Community life and services available to them through orientation programs and events such as social happy hours and educational presentations; Solicits ongoing feedback from sales staff regarding expectations of prospective residents. Provides team leadership in promoting the 6 aspects of wellness (i.e. environmental, physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and social) and coordination of all special functions encompassing all levels of care; Directly supervises employees working in areas such as Community Wellness, Lifestyle Enrichment, Music Therapy, etc.; Coordinates with other departments such as Pastoral Care, Social Services, etc. Serves as a resource person and gives general oversight to the various lifestyle and wellness programs and projects developed by and/or for all residents May hold the responsibility of coordinating their Community’s volunteer program in conjunction with a designated member of the EverTrue Volunteer and Community Engagement team, which may include determining volunteer needs, onboarding and orientation, record-keeping, evaluation and retention of the volunteers May facilitate and assist the resident council for Independent Living and Assisted Living in the community Manages resident wellness staff and oversees the management of equipment and pool areas Qualifications, Knowledge, Skills & Abilities To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. 1 – 3 years’ experience working in senior living with demonstrated leadership skills A post-secondary degree in a related field such as Social Work, Business, Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation, Hospitality, etc. preferred Must possess the skills necessary to deliver extraordinary customer service and person-centered care, demonstrate a high degree of creativity and resourcefulness, strong organizational and leadership skills and abilities, strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging with employees, residents, and families, proficient computer skills Physical Requirements and Working Conditions The physical requirements and working conditions described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job duties and responsibilities. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit; reach with hands and arms; and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee is occasionally required to climb or balance and taste or smell. The employee is constantly required to use hands to finger, handle and feel and talk or hear. The employee may help with moving residents in wheelchairs, setting up tables and chairs and other supplies and equipment used for activities, lifting up to 40 pounds on occasion and pushing/pulling a maximum force of 30 pounds. The work environment is well-lighted and ventilated and has its own temperature control system (air conditioning and heat). Is subject to exposure to infectious waste, diseases, conditions, etc., including TB and the Aids and Hepatitis B viruses. May be subject to hostile and emotionally upset residents, family members, etc. May work beyond normal working hours when necessary, including evenings and weekends; Participates in the manager-on-duty rotation for weekend coverage. This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Employees may be required to follow other job-related instructions and to perform other job-related duties as requested, subject to all applicable federal, state and local laws and standards and EverTrue policies and procedures. EverTrue Pay & Benefits Pay grade: E ($62,300/year to $99,900/year) Eligible for shift differentials: No. For information on EverTrue benefits-eligibility by employment status, please see below. All employees: Paid Time Off (PTO) and PTO Sell-back, Retirement savings benefits with an employer match contribution, Education Financial Assistance, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Wellness, Pay advances (PayActiv), Caregiver support (TCARE), Leaves of Absence, Special retail deals and discounts (Perkspot), and Commuter support. Part-time: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees… Extended Sick Pay, Bereavement Pay, and Jury Duty Pay. Full-time or Weekend Option: In addition to the benefits provided to all employees and Part-time employees… Medical/Pharmacy, Dental, Vision, Flexible Spending Accounts (Healthcare and Dependent Care), Life insurance, Disability (Long-term and Short-term), Voya income protection benefits (Hospital, Critical Illness, and Accident), and Pet insurance. Additional Information: N/A Lutheran Senior Services is a faith-based, mission-driven not-for-profit network that specializes in enhancing life for seniors, ages 62-plus. With 19 locations in Missouri and Illinois, we offer quality choices and exceptional support for retirement living. Through affordable housing sites, in-home services and senior living communities, we provide a person-centered approach to a comprehensive continuum of life choices. Building upon a tradition of excellence for over 160 years, Lutheran Senior Services is fulfilling its Christian mission of Older Adults Living Life to the Fullest.

Requirements

1 – 3 years’ experience working in senior living with demonstrated leadership skills
Must possess the skills necessary to deliver extraordinary customer service and person-centered care, demonstrate a high degree of creativity and resourcefulness, strong organizational and leadership skills and abilities, strong verbal and written communication skills for engaging with employees, residents, and families, proficient computer skills

Nice To Haves

A post-secondary degree in a related field such as Social Work, Business, Gerontology, Therapeutic Recreation, Hospitality, etc. preferred

Responsibilities

Coordinates for residents and the various service departments of the entire Life Plan Community to provide a high quality of service
Assists in facilitating new residents’ transitions once they have moved into the Community and orients new residents on Community life and services available to them through orientation programs and events such as social happy hours and educational presentations
Solicits ongoing feedback from sales staff regarding expectations of prospective residents.
Provides team leadership in promoting the 6 aspects of wellness (i.e. environmental, physical, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and social) and coordination of all special functions encompassing all levels of care
Directly supervises employees working in areas such as Community Wellness, Lifestyle Enrichment, Music Therapy, etc.
Coordinates with other departments such as Pastoral Care, Social Services, etc.
Serves as a resource person and gives general oversight to the various lifestyle and wellness programs and projects developed by and/or for all residents
May hold the responsibility of coordinating their Community’s volunteer program in conjunction with a designated member of the EverTrue Volunteer and Community Engagement team, which may include determining volunteer needs, onboarding and orientation, record-keeping, evaluation and retention of the volunteers
May facilitate and assist the resident council for Independent Living and Assisted Living in the community
Manages resident wellness staff and oversees the management of equipment and pool areas