Director of Compass Programming (Therapeutic Activities) [management]
About The Position
Ridgefield Station is professionally managed by Senior Living Residences, who enjoys an exceptional reputation among both families and professionals for providing quality care, creating innovative programs that enhance quality of life for residents and for maintaining the highest of industry standards. But it is our associates’ commitment to our “Right Values” philosophy that established and maintains this position of excellence, respect and trustworthiness in the senior housing industry. Working in the assisted living field requires compassion, integrity. Our most successful associates don’t view their role as just a job but as an opportunity to make a real difference in the lives of seniors. Ridgefield Station’s caring and compassionate programming team members provide therapeutic opportunities and meaningful engagement for our senior residents. A career at Ridgefield Station means joining a team of caring and compassionate professionals who are encouraged to share their opinions and ideas. Voted #6 Top Place to Work by Hearst Media Group in Western Connecticut, you will find meaningful work with a team that delivers great service for a company that has your back. Enjoy an outstanding benefits package and the opportunity to enrich the lives of seniors.
Requirements
- 3+ years of senior healthcare experience
- Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, related dementias, and behavior management techniques, and a sincere desire to work with cognitively impaired residents
- A valid driver’s license and history of accident-free driving.
- Must be able to be insured by community auto insurance (26+ years of age)
- Teamwork: Promote a positive team spirit and a culture of cooperation, openness, enthusiasm, customer service, and an atmosphere conducive to growth.
- Trustworthiness: Demonstrate an acute sense of responsibility and moral integrity with strong follow-through on commitments, inspiring the trust of others.
- Professionalism: Provide leadership; take the initiative, handle pressure and be level-headed in emergencies, treat others with respect, excel at project management.
- Communication: Interact clearly and effectively with an openness to other people's ideas and thoughts; Demonstrate patience, tact, positive energy and enthusiasm.
- Technical Ability: You can’t be successful at this job if you are averse to technology! We use technology to do our jobs and communicate with residents, families and coworkers.
Nice To Haves
- Professional licensure in related healthcare field preferred
- Certified Dementia Practitioner (CDP) and Certified Alzheimer’s Association support group leader (if you don’t, we will offer the opportunity to get these certifications)
Responsibilities
- Manage the daily operation of the Compass Memory Support Neighborhood, in coordination with the leadership team
- Manage a comprehensive therapeutic program, with the goal of enhancing social, intellectual, creative, spiritual and physical well-being of residents, in accordance with Compass goals and procedures
- Lead daily programs for residents with Alzheimer's and related dementias
- Supervise and train programming assistants, Resident Care Associates and volunteers
- Assist with monthly newsletter, Facebook and community events
- Plan scheduled outings for residents and occasionally drive the van/car
- Manage the department budget
- Serve as Manager on Duty, including rotating weekends
Benefits
- paid time off
- holiday pay
- health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield
- dental
- vision insurance
- disability coverage
- complimentary life insurance
- pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match
- DEI Initiatives
- Generous bonus program for referring associates and or residents
- Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
- Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
- Nationwide tuition rewards program.
- Free meal during scheduled shifts.
- Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
- Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Manager
Education Level
No Education Listed
