Director of Recreation Events

Meadowcrest at Middletown • Middletown, DE

2d • Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Recreation Events at Meadowcrest at Middletown, will be responsible for planning, organizing, and executing recreational activities and events for our Independent Living residents.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree or equivalent from a two-year college or technical school, or six months to one-year related experience and/or training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three to five years related experience.
• Two years supervisory/ management experience.
• Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population.
• Competent in organizational and time management skills.
• Ability to coordinate and plan events.
• Interact with guests, residents and staff in a courteous and friendly manner.
• Responds promptly to resident needs.
• Supports organization's goals and values.
• Balances team and individual responsibilities.
• Ability to delegate assignments.

Nice To Haves

• Activity Director Certificate from a state approved course or Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule and conduct lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents.
• Plan appropriate programs for holidays and special events.
• Advise residents regarding appropriate individual and group activities based on resident interests.
• Prepare and organize a monthly calendar of events; submit the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval; post and distribute the calendar.
• Develop and print the community newsletter.
• Oversee wellness program.
• Coordinate the community library.
• Purchase and maintain equipment and supplies in accordance with budgetary guidelines.
• Prepare preliminary draft of Activities Operating Budget.
• Organize and supervise volunteers.
• Implement and facilitate a volunteer recognition program.
• Address resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest.
• Maintain a database and prepare reports on resident assessments, participation and satisfaction.
• Supervise Recreation and Events Coordinator and Activities Assistants.
• Participate in community in-services.
• Demonstrate competence in Federal, State and Local regulations; ensure compliance.
• Develop, facilitate and analyze resident surveys to determine ongoing activities meet the residents’ interests.
• Plan, coordinate and facilitate appropriate mixed group activities.
• Develop and facilitate daily displays of activities on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining rooms and other resident and team member communication centers.
• Maintain a robust public relations program in support of the activities programming and community relations.
• Communicate throughout the day with all drivers; give directions to each regarding the day’s schedule.
• Ensure transportation vehicles are maintained in good working condition.
• Review documentation from all drivers regarding daily vehicle inspections.
• Assist with vehicle registration and license plate renewal process.
• Perform other duties as assigned

Benefits

• Competitive pay
• Comprehensive benefits (available day one of your first full month of employment)
• Generous PTO package
• Birthday as a paid holiday
• Medical, dental and vision insurance
• 401k with company match
• Employee assistance program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree