Healthcare Activities & Recreation Manager

Lakewood Retirement Community-LifeSpire•Henrico, VA

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Join Us in Empowering Purposeful Living At the heart of everything we do is a powerful mission: Empowering individuals with choices in purposeful living. We envision a vibrant community where faith, wellness, and connection thrive together. Guided by our core values Faith, Servant Leadership, Stewardship, Integrity, Innovation, and Joy, we are committed to creating an environment where both our team and those we serve can flourish. If you're passionate about making a meaningful impact and being part of something bigger, we invite you to explore a career with us.

Requirements

At least 1 year of experience in a social or recreational program within the last 5 years.
All programming staff should hold certification as dementia certified activity professionals or certified recreational therapists.
Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) or Activity Direct Certified (ADC) preferred.
Organizational and social skills.
Ability to establish good rapport with senior adults.
Ability to work independently.
Previous computer experience and skills.
Previous experience in senior living activities.
Ability to effectively communicate with residents, families, and staff.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or related field.
Knowledge of electronic medical records.
Proficiency in desktop publishing or similar type program for design, development, and preparation of facility newsletter.
Proficiency in supervision and effective management of programming staff.

Responsibilities

Support the Mission, Values and Vision of LifeSpire of Virginia.
Responsible for oversight, leading and directing programs in healthcare/SNF.
Leads and supervises the AL Program Coordinator, MC Program Coordinator and program assistants. Works directly with the AL Program Coordinator and MC Program Coordinator to provide quality programs to meet the cognitive, functional, spiritual and occupational needs of the residents.
Implements programming on all levels of care as needed. Interacts daily with residents in each level of care.
Develops and/or oversees the development of the programming calendars, newsletters, use of interactive programs (i.e. SMILE) and executes activities, events and trips for AL, MC and HC that meet the individual and community needs of the residents.
Coordinates volunteer program including both resident and non-resident volunteers. Responsibilities include recruitment, training, scheduling and supervision of volunteers.
Ensures interdepartmental coordination of all activities and events.
Coordinates with other staff members relating to scheduling of events and use of facilities. Utilizes room reservation calendar for all activities space needs.
Attends meetings as determined necessary by supervisor.
Develops and maintains monthly staff scheduling for program staff in AL, MC and HC/SNF to best meet the needs of the residents. Schedules direct reports/program staff for mandatory in-services and trainings. Ensures compliance in Relias Learning.
Evaluates and/or assists in evaluating all program team members annually.
Manages/oversees the purchase of programming supplies and equipment; maintains inventory and storage.
Maintains record of and compliance to monthly programming budget.
Drives to programs when needed.
Perform other duties as assigned in a prompt and cooperative fashion.
Follows all personnel policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook and subsequent publications and notices (including policies on breaks, meal periods, and PTO time).