VIC - Engagement Director

West Development•Victoria, TX

7d•$18 - $19•Onsite

About The Position

At Vitality, our mission is to create vibrant communities where residents, families and team members can be themselves, live purposefully and experience a profound sense of belonging. We are looking for an experienced, vibrant leader with a proven track record for success who can make our mission come to life. Keeping focused on our core values, we strive each day to ensure that our residents remain connected and purposefully. GENERAL PURPOSE: Leads by example through promoting and developing vibrant, purposeful and engaging resident programs. Leads others to develop meaningful connections to residents, families and a greater community. Promotes a positive community image that supports a fully occupied community. Leads by example through implementation of engagement opportunities that align with successful aging in the areas of vital brains, vital bodies and vital connections.

Requirements

At least 2 years of experience working with older adults in engagement role
Knowledge of aging and domains of wellness for older adults and ability to apply knowledge to development of engagement programming
Ability to facilitate dignified, purposeful, and individualized programming to meet the needs of residents, family, and team members.
Desire to work with older adults and their families
Projects a positive and professional image at all times.

Responsibilities

Maintains basic knowledge of computer software and internet platforms
Facilitate engagement programs that promote a vibrant lifestyle; model appropriate and successful engagement of residents.
Develop monthly engagement calendars and daily engagement schedules that fulfill Vitality standards at a minimum.
Maintain calendar postings within community to ensure residents and visitors are informed
Create engagement for residents based on their preferences, experiences, and lifelong interests as reported in the resident life journal.
Effectively leverage technology to enhance engagement for residents; use technology as a tool for team members to effectively engage residents.
Lead planning for special events, parties, and larger events for the entire community, including Memory Care in conjunction with other team members.
Participate in Vital Connections process and meetings with new residents and their family members.
Ensure the completion of resident life journals.
Invite and encourage residents to participate in engagement and when necessary, assist with escorting residents to engagement.
Set up, organize, and strategize programming that other team members can facilitate throughout the day and during timeframes in which Engagement Director is not present (example: weekends, weekends, evenings, etc.).
Establish quarterly event plan in collaboration with culinary, sales and memory care leaders and maintain necessary communication amongst leaders to ensure successful events for residents, families, and greater community
Organize and maintain appropriate supplies for resident engagement.
Coordinate outings, special events, and partnerships with the greater community to enhance overall engagement experience for residents.
Communicate to appropriate team members observations of resident changes or concerns.
Develop strong relationships with family members of residents.
Develop volunteer program to bring outside resources and talent into the community to enhance programming further develop connections for residents
Develop relationships with cultural, artistic, intergenerational, and other groups within the greater community that can provide resources to enhance engagement program.
Identify residents who are at risk for isolation and develop specific plans to enhance connections and purpose for those individuals
Perform staff duties necessary for immediate community operation in case of staffing problem.
Respect dignity and confidentiality standards and promote resident rights.
Complete or assist with special projects as requested by community or senior management.
Adheres to all policies and procedures of the company.
Perform other duties as assigned by Executive Director.