Life Enrichment Director at Bridgeway Park Senior Living

Canton Township, Michigan, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

22 Apr, 26

Salary

0.0

Posted On

22 Jan, 26

Experience

2 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Programming, Communication, Leadership, Supervision, Motivation, Delegation, Organization, Community Engagement, Event Coordination, Volunteer Management, Training, Physical Health, Creativity, Budget Management, Transportation Coordination, Resident Involvement

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Description

Responsibilities/Qualifications Bridgeway Park Canton Senior Living Community is looking for an experienced Life Enrichment Director. The director develops, modifies, evaluates and implements activity programs for the community that embrace and fulfill the social needs and interests of the senior population. Qualifications: High school diploma or equivalent. Certificate in activity programming or equivalent preferable, college education a plus. Good physical health. Experience in creating and coordinating activities for older adults. Ability to train, supervise, lead, and motivate people. Ability to delegate responsibility while maintaining oversight of daily activities and major projects. Ability to manage and prioritize a complex workload. Possess exceptional communication and language, both oral and written, to perform job duties and communicate with residents, staff, family members, etc. as needed. Must be able to work weekends, evenings, and holidays as needed/scheduled for activity programming. Responsibilities: Develop and implement a comprehensive activities program to help meet the physical, social, intellectual, artistic, and spiritual needs of the residents. Activity programming should include large group activities, small group activities, and 1:1 groupings, as well as special events. Communicate, advise, and inform the Manager/Executive Director and other department supervisors of activity programs and upcoming events. Cultivate community resources and entertainers to schedule various activities including special events. Create monthly activity calendar that reflects the varied interests of the residents and provides them with the dates, times, and location of programs. Conduct and/or oversee activities as needed, encouraging resident involvement. Coordinate and host special events, including holiday events. Decorate community according to those events. Maintain an adequate supply of equipment for regular activities, keeping within budgetary guidelines. Arrange transportation for regular and/or special outings. Cultivate opportunities for residents to engage in various community service projects. Develop and maintain a solid volunteer base through building relationships in the community, with staff, and resident family members. Train employees to conduct activities and encourage resident participation, especially during evenings and weekends. Working Conditions: Uniform/dress requirements. Physical demands. May include work off premises.

Responsibilities

The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for developing and implementing a comprehensive activities program that meets the diverse needs of the residents. This includes coordinating large group activities, small group activities, and special events while ensuring resident involvement.