What are the responsibilities and job description for the Community Life Enrichment & Activities Director position at Presbyterian Senior Living?
Presbyterian Senior Living is a mission-driven organization that lives our values of integrity, mutual respect, creative curiosity and connectedness in all that we do. Our legacy of serving more than 6,000 older adults with respect and dignity for over 95 years supports our mission to promote wholeness of body, mind and spirit for all that live within our communities.
If you are compassionate, driven and enjoy working with an organization that is committed to valuing the diversity of all team members, one that offers a variety of schedules, career development, excellent benefit options, and more; PSL is for you! Whether you are a nurse, caregiver, culinary professional, maintenance worker or looking for a new career, we offer a wide range of career opportunities to fit your skills and interest.
The Community Life Enrichment & Activities Director is responsible for establishing linkages for the residents between all levels of living. This role also provides oversight and support to all resident-driven activities throughout the community and champions the Thrive Wellness program across all levels of living. This role also provides direct supervisor to the Community Life team to ensure successful quality of life and purposeful programming. Oversight and supervision of the volunteer program at the community is also the responsibility of this role.
Qualifications
If you are compassionate, driven and enjoy working with an organization that is committed to valuing the diversity of all team members, one that offers a variety of schedules, career development, excellent benefit options, and more; PSL is for you! Whether you are a nurse, caregiver, culinary professional, maintenance worker or looking for a new career, we offer a wide range of career opportunities to fit your skills and interest.
The Community Life Enrichment & Activities Director is responsible for establishing linkages for the residents between all levels of living. This role also provides oversight and support to all resident-driven activities throughout the community and champions the Thrive Wellness program across all levels of living. This role also provides direct supervisor to the Community Life team to ensure successful quality of life and purposeful programming. Oversight and supervision of the volunteer program at the community is also the responsibility of this role.
Qualifications
- Bachelor's degree in an associated field of study required
- Certified therapeutic recreation therapist (CTRS) required
- NCTRC or eligibility for certification preferred
- National certification as an Activity Director through NAAP may be considered in place of a CTRS if person has at least 2 years of experience in a health care setting
- Non-profit organization experience preferred
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills required
- Ability to multi-task
- Knowledge of current governing state and federal CMS regulations required
- Knowledge of Microsoft Office (including Word, Excel, PowerPoint and Publisher) required
- Oversee implementation and follow through of scheduled programs in all levels of living.
- Recruit, orient and manage volunteers for community.
- Supervise and manage all activities related to Community Life.
- Manage budget for department.
- Plan and run resident activities (arts, crafts, dance, music, exercise, brain games and sensory stimulation).
- Create diverse programs to meet resident needs.
- Perform timely documentation.
- Ensure care plans are up-to-date and accurate.
- Keep clinical staff updated on changes to resident or guest condition.
- Safely transport residents and guest to programs.
- Encourage residents to participate in scheduled events.
- Arrange physical environment in preparation for activities to ensure resident and guest safety.
- Create a welcoming and festive environment for residents and guests.
- Promote and support culture of patient centered care and service.
