Engage Life Program Instructor

Atria Senior Living • MI-Riverview, MI

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About The Position

The Engage Life Program Instructor leads programs that are meaningful and of interest to residents, helping enhance their lives and support their active aging lifestyle expectations. The role provides varied recreational activities with sufficient supervision, encourages residents to participate, and helps create an inclusive community experience. The instructor also assists with events, seasonal decorations, resident introductions, volunteer coordination, and activity recordkeeping. The position may involve driving a company vehicle to social or other destinations if required by the community, as well as performing other assigned duties.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED, three to six months of related experience and/or training, or an equivalent combination of education or experience.
• Ability to write simple correspondence.
• Ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small-group situations to customers, clients, and other employees.

Responsibilities

• Lead assigned Engage Life programs and other programs that are meaningful and of interest to residents.
• Provide adequate and diversified recreational activities with sufficient supervision for each activity.
• Develop programs for residents, including programs for residents confined to their rooms when applicable.
• Engage and motivate residents to participate in programs.
• Inform residents about upcoming activities and maintain a current schedule of events on the bulletin board.
• Welcome new residents, include them in activities, and introduce them to others with similar interests and backgrounds.
• Assist with planning parties and activities, seasonal and holiday community decorations, and monthly birthday parties for residents.
• Assist with Bright Beginnings, including housewarmings.
• Support and actively participate in community census-building initiatives.
• Maintain records of activities, resident participation levels, and resident acceptance of activities as required by state law.
• Assist the Engage Life Director in enlisting volunteers to support the activities program.
• Drive a company vehicle to social and other destinations if required by the community.
• Perform other duties as needed or assigned.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, life, and vision coverage options
• Paid holidays and paid time off
• 401(k) employer match
• Career development, including tuition reimbursement for US-based communities, professional training programs, and mentoring opportunities
• Employee recognition programs
• Referral programs
• Employee discounts

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED