We are seeking an experienced and enthusiastic Active Living Director to join our Active Living Department at The gardens at Laguna Springs!

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Must possess an upbeat, positive, flexible, and enthusiastic personality and be congenial with fellow employees, residents, and the public at large.
• Must have strong organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Experience in memory care required.
• Must be detail and team work oriented.
• Current and unencumbered driver’s license.
• Must attend required in-services/ workshops to further education of skills and community requirements.
• Must be drug free and submit to Urinary Analysis Drug screening upon hire and routinely.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check upon hire and as requested by state regulations.
• The employee shall be responsible for maintaining the integrity of Koelsch Communities.

• Plan and conduct activities with a large group of varying abilities and interests, both physical and cognitive.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Involve all residents in some activity programming.
• Conduct daily exercises at recommended times.
• Work Individually with residents to provide personalized programs in crafts, recreation, and hobbies.
• Evaluate program content quarterly to determine areas where improvement can be made. Confer with Executive Director on areas of change.
• Plan and conduct special events to celebrate residents’ birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and other special observances.
• Control activities budget.
• Develop and maintain a resource file of instructors, entertainers, community liaisons, tours, cultural events, sporting events, etc.
• Order and maintain all department equipment and supplies.
• Participate in health fairs or marketing presentations upon request.
• Create and upkeep of bio boards.
• Other duties as assigned.