Job Description
Job Description
A GREAT CAREER starts with a GREAT COMPANY!
Apply to join our team of servant leaders today!
- THE DIFFERENCE IS OUR PEOPLE . Our associates answer a calling to serve seniors and their families every day. We believe in continually investing in these servant hearts; we envision them to be our future servant-centered leaders.
- We’ve achieved GREAT PLACE TO WORK status SEVEN YEARS IN A ROW .
- CAREER DEVELOPMENT . We reward our associates’ outstanding work and assist with career development to help fulfill their dreams!
- Faith Driven and Mission-Centered. Our mission “To Welcome, To Care, To Serve” derives from four primary points of view (Purpose, Passion, Platform, and Potential) which inspire our associates to recognize and celebrate one another’s God-given gifts through service.
- Full Benefits Package : This opportunity includes a full benefits package (including medical, dental, and vision insurance, 401(k) with matching, tuition reimbursement, and more! )
PICTURE YOURSELF …
Watercrest Buena Vista is looking for a creative and engaging Activities / Resident Lifestyle Director to join their team! The perfect fit for our team would be an enthusiastic leader who thrives off promoting resident movement, interaction, and wellbeing through overseeing and planning daily activities and outings!
Let your gifts and talents shine as you implement Watercrest's signature programming, Live Exhilarated, a "framework that goes beyond the traditional to deliver the extraordinary"
I magine working at Watercrest Santa Rosa Beach.... in a picturesque vacation destination where you can take a stroll after work on our sugary white sand beaches looking out at the beautiful emerald-colored ocean waves. It’s a perfect escape from everyday life right in your backyard!
ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS :
Plans, develops and organizes resident programming for the residents in Assisted Living and Memory Care Communities.Develops and distributes the monthly Programming schedule.Conducts assessments of resident's interests - at admission, at regularly scheduled intervals, and as needed.Plans and conducts individual, small group and large group programs.Plans outings for the residents into the community.Plans and schedules activities / programs seven (7) days per weekPlans celebrations of resident events accomplishments : birthdays, anniversaries, etc.Ensures there is a variety of activities and programs such as : intellectual, cognitive, physical, spiritual, social, recreational / diversion, creative, reminiscence, life work, life experiences, cultural, outdoor / nature, inter-generational, male or female oriented, educational, special programs for memory impairment and volunteer opportunities.Develops a volunteer program.Ensures the resident library is established and maintained.Encourages participation from other team members in the community in all events.Promotes in room programs for those residents who are unable to attend due to physical or emotional limitations.Maintains required paperwork regarding resident likes / dislikes etc.Responsible for resident council meeting participation, management and documentation and promotes with the residents accordingly.Promotes relationships with outside vendors that support community programs.Maintains equipment and supplies necessary to support scheduled programs.Ensures budgetary compliance for the department.Ensures all state regulations and company policies are being followed.Ensures that resident rooms and common areas are clean and safe at all times.Be prepared for and manage emergency situations including disasters, fire and other emergencies.Attends monthly Community Connection meetings.Organizes and attends quarterly Family Nights.Attend and participate in educational classes, on-the-job training programs as scheduled or requested.Conducts training classes, on-the-job training and orientation programs for associates.Conducts staff evaluations in a timely manner.Review direct report associate time punches in ADP for accuracy.Process bi-weekly payroll for department staff members.Participate in the recruitment and selection of staff personnel.Respond in a timely manner to requests of residents, families and guests.Participate as needed in activities, special events, marketing efforts and special programs.Provide supervision, training, coaching, and associated talent management processes with Memory Care team members in accordance with company policies and regulatory guidelines. This may include payroll, scheduling, and associated functions.Communicate resident care needs or changes in condition with Resident Wellness Director, responsible party, physicians and other healthcare providers.Assist with maintaining resident charts as required by state and federal regulations.Maintain current knowledge of Alzheimer’s and Dementia topics.Oversee transportation schedule and outings.Assist with driving the bus for outings and Doctor’s appointment when needed.Perform all other duties as assigned.EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS :
Associate’s Degree or equivalent training and education.Bachelor’s Degree preferred.EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS :
Experience preferred in senior living and Assisted Living / Memory Care environments.Strong leadership skills with a minimum of 2 years’ experience in supervising and management.Full-time Salary position
Must have experience in AL and MC programming
Typically 9a-5p M-F, does require availability for monthly events, manager on duty weekend rotation, etc
