Senior Living Communities, LLC is hiring : Activity Director / Event Planner for In

Activity Director / Event Planner for Independent Living - Senior Living

At The Charlotte, we are proud to be recognized as a Great Place to Work. We are a luxury senior living company that is driven by compassion, respect, and the dedication to making every interaction meaningful. If you are passionate about providing exceptional care in an environment where you’re valued and supported, we invite you to be part of a company that puts people at the heart of everything we do. Now accepting applications for Activity Director.

Position Summary

The Activity Director serves as a support to the healthcare members for day-to-day wellness needs. The Activity Director is responsible for the cohesion and teamwork of the Life Enrichment Leaders to deliver outstanding customer service and develop an enriching community program for the members that integrates and meets their interests and needs into their daily routine. The Activity Director shall interview healthcare members to learn about their preferences, lifelong interests, favorite things, and daily routines. Under the leadership of the Healthcare Administrator, the Activity Director shall assist in the development and integration of social events, outings, programs, and activities based on member interests and needs. The social / activities program shall be multifaceted and reflect groups’ and individuals’ interests and needs and provide programming that focuses on the six dimensions of wellness : emotional, intellectual, physical, social, spiritual, and vocational. The program includes themes, educational opportunities, social functions, day trips, cultural outings, lectures, informational meetings, and volunteer opportunities. The Activity Director collaborates with the Social Director to maintain a file of local community resources to enhance programming and assists in recruiting and placing volunteers campus-wide.

Principal Duties And Responsibilities

Represents the campus in a positive manner while fostering respect and courtesy for members and employees. Promotes safety and well-being within campus programs.

Upholds the Company’s Mission Statement.

Maintains HIPAA standards; treats all medical or healthcare information as confidential.

Supervises Life Enrichment Leaders and is responsible for training and onboarding for this position.

Meets and interviews new members and family members to learn preferences, lifelong interests, favorite things, and daily routines.

Develops relationships with local organizations (galleries, museums, theaters, acting groups, chamber of commerce, men’s clubs, women’s clubs).

Leads and / or participates in scheduled activities; tracks attendance and member satisfaction; incorporates member input and offers alternatives as needed.

Assists in providing adaptations for members’ individual needs (environment accessibility, leadership techniques, and adaptations).

Ensures activity spaces and storage areas are set up on time and kept clean; maintains designated areas used for activities.

Coordinates with the Concierge to assist members with sign-ups for transportation, activities, outings, and distribution of materials.

With Life Enrichment Leaders, recruits, organizes, trains, and supervises volunteers for activities campus-wide.

Develops a plan to recognize members’ birthdays with cards, balloons, flowers, or special desserts in the dining room.

Prepares monthly calendar items promoting planned activities and other matters of interest to members.

Organizes and facilitates Member / Resident Council meetings and maintains an updated inventory of equipment, supplies, and tools.

Adheres to state documentation requirements for activities / programming and may participate in care plan meetings as requested.

Adheres to budgetary guidelines for the Member Services Department.

Other Duties And Responsibilities

This position requires flexibility to meet the community’s needs 24 / 7, 365 days a year.

Occasional travel may be required for training, continuing education, emergencies, and company functions.

Knowledge of fire and safety procedures, including blood-borne pathogens.

Maintains professional appearance per policy and participates in improvement workshops and meetings related to geriatric activity management.

Interacts with marketing tours and prospective Members; maintains excellent Member and employee relations and handles complaints constructively.

Completes company-required monthly training via Relias; performs other duties as assigned by the Healthcare Administrator.

May operate a personal or company-owned vehicle for company purposes or to assist residents / members as needed.

Prerequisites

Education :

High school graduation or GED required.

CPR and AED certification required (to be attained within first 60 days of employment).

Activities certification desired.

Four-year degree in Recreation Therapy or similar field desired.

Direct Previous Experience :

Two years’ experience with geriatrics required.

Two years’ experience in a similar activities position required.

Skills :

Proficient in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, Outlook); willingness to learn other programs.

Ability to work with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality.

Valid driver’s license and satisfactory driving record as required.

Abilities :

Work indoors most of the day; environmental conditions include fluorescent lighting and office noise.

Climb up to two flights of stairs occasionally.

Lift up to 25 pounds overhead and move up to 40 pounds; stand for extended periods.

Respond to medical emergencies if needed.

Seniority level

Mid-Senior level

Employment type

Full-time

Job function

Administrative

Industries

Hospitals and Health Care

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