Lifestyle and Activities Director

Washington Gardens Memory Care • Tigard, OR

398d • $43,680 - $47,840

About The Position

The Lifestyle & Activities Director at Washington Gardens Memory Care is responsible for developing and promoting a vibrant activity program tailored to the needs of senior residents. This role involves planning, implementing, and supervising a variety of social, educational, recreational, and therapeutic activities, ensuring a meaningful and enriching experience for residents. The director will also manage transportation services and engage with residents to encourage participation in activities.

Requirements

• Demonstrated success as a leader in similar settings.
• Must possess a current state-specific driver's license and appropriate driving record.
• Good communication skills, both verbal and written, in English.
• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision.
• Problem-solving and conflict management skills.
• Budgeting experience.

Nice To Haves

• Willingness to learn basic photography and writing for social media posts.
• Compassion for the elderly.
• Self-motivation.

Responsibilities

• Plan, implement, and supervise activities to suit a variety of interests and skill levels for the residents.
• Encourage and promote resident participation in activities through effective communication.
• Plan quarterly seminars or lecture series for residents, families, and friends.
• Assist the Residents Council and participate in monthly meetings.
• Cooperate with Lifestyle Directors in affiliated retirement communities to exchange ideas and calendars.
• Develop and publish a monthly activities calendar and newsletter for residents and community contacts.
• Assist at the front desk and cover for missing staff members when necessary.
• Represent the community by giving tours and marketing as needed.

Benefits

• Medical insurance
• Dental insurance
• Vision insurance
• Life/AD&D insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Short Term Disability
• Accident Insurance
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance
• 401(k) plan with competitive match program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed