Programming Manager (Activities)

Erickson Senior Living • Parkville, MD

3d • Onsite

About The Position

The Programming Manager plans, organizes, develops, and directs the overall operation of the Continuing Care Program. In this role, you will lead ongoing programs of therapeutic and recreational activities to stimulate the physical, intellectual, spiritual, creative, recreational, social, and emotional needs of our residents within our Continuing Care areas (Skilled Nursing, Memory Care, and Assisted Living).

Requirements

• ADCP (Activity Director Certified Provisional) or ADC (Activity Director Certified) is required.
• CPR Certification required.
• Advanced computer skills required.
• Basic knowledge of the physical, psychosocial, social and spiritual aspects of the aging process.
• Must be a strong team player and be skilled at developing teams and fostering teamwork.
• Exceptional customer service, problem solving, time management, and leadership skills.

Nice To Haves

• ACC (Activity Consultant Certified), or CTRS (Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist) is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plans, develops, organizes, implements, evaluates, and directs the activity programs of Continuing Care that support resident choice and preference of activity programs.
• Adapts programming based on the level of the resident’s abilities, both physical and cognitive.
• Assesses residents’ needs and limitations on an ongoing basis for program planning and holistic assessment / MDS completion.
• Provides proper documentation including weekly schedules, holistic assessments, care plans, and MDS as necessary.
• Reviews resident assessments completed by Program Assistants / Coordinators to ensure appropriate and preference-based programming.
• Interview, hire, supervise, evaluate, and term CC program department staff.
• Participates in the yearly budget planning process; identifying and justifying payroll and department supply needs.
• Educates staff and volunteers regarding residents’ abilities, psychosocial needs, and therapeutic interventions during in-service training and staff meeting.
• Creates partnerships with all departments to stimulate and promote a social and home-like atmosphere resulting in a warm and inspirational environment for residents which creates community, celebrates life, and allows them to share their gifts.
• Participates in CC QAPI, operations team meetings, financial reviews, and all other meetings as appropriate.

Benefits

• Medical, dental and vision packages, including an annual reimbursement for qualified wellness expenses, personal health coaching and telemedicine options
• PTO Plans, PLUS company paid volunteer hours for eligible team members, in accordance with applicable state law
• 401k for all team members 18 and over with a company 3% match
• Onsite medical centers, providing wellness visits and sick care for all team members over 18 years of age
• Free access to our on-site Team member Health and Well-Being Centers, plus Well-Being programs, tools and resources for you and your immediate family members
• Education assistance, certification reimbursement and access to over 6,000 courses through our online learning library, designed to enhance your current skills and build new ones
• Growth Opportunities – grow with the company as we open new communities and expand on our existing ones!

What This Job Offers

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