Lifestyles Services Director

Lifestyles Services DirectorThe Lifestyles Services Director plans, organizes, develops and directs the overall operations of the Lifestyles Services Department; providing quality activities for residents, ensuring the recreational, physical, intellectual and social needs of each resident are met in accordance with all laws, regulations and Century Park standards. Reports to the Executive Director.QualificationsMust be licensed recreation specialist (BS degree) or must have 2 years' experience in a social recreation program within last 5 yearsMust have 3+ years of supervisory experienceClean driving record preferredPrior experience with seniors preferredPrimary Job ResponsibilitiesAdministrative and PlanningPlans, develops, organizes, coordinates, implements and evaluates quality activity programsProvides activity events on weekdays, weekends and eveningsCompliant with budget in labor and expense controlDevelops imaginative and varied monthly calendar of Lifestyles ServicesCommunicates monthly calendar of Lifestyles Services to residents and staffPromotes, coordinates and tracks hours of volunteersLifestyles Services DutiesWelcomes and assists new residents with adjustment to communityInterviews new residents to determine Lifestyles Services informationTakes pictures of new residents for welcoming purposes (i.e., newsletter) and for resident care purposes (i.e., resident medication charts)Gears Lifestyles Services toward residents abilities and interests ? involves residents and familiesIdentifies resident needs and fulfills needsEncourages social involvement through outings and events: shopping, sightseeing, scenic, parks, dining out, sports events, drama/theater, etc.Encourages intellectual and educational development thorough literature, lectures, movies and cultural eventsEncourages entertainment and personal development through hobbies, music and craftsEncourages wellness and healthy lifestyle through exercise programsEncourages spiritual fulfillment through religious based activitiesObserves resident attendance, mood, behavior and degree of involvement and notifies Executive Director or Resident Care Director of concerning behavior or unusual changesDrives community vehicle to planned Lifestyles Services and appointments when driver unavailableSupervisory RequirementsInterviews, hires, trains, evaluates, supervises and counsels Lifestyles Services teamSchedules department hours appropriatelyMaintains an approachable management styleTreats all associates respectfullyAdditional RequirementsMust enjoy serving seniorsMust demonstrate excellent customer service and hospitalityMust demonstrate trustworthiness and dependabilityMust work efficiently and effectively with little to no supervisionMust demonstrate effective written and verbal communication skillsMust be able to receive and resolve complaints graciouslyMust be resourceful, creative, open minded and patientMust be aware of the department's role in marketing and public relationsMust always be in proper attire and well groomedAptitude in arts/crafts/music highly desirableDisplays integrity and professionalism by adhering to Century Park's Code of Ethics and completes all required compliance trainingWho We AreAt Century Park Associates, we are dedicated to creating an enriching lifestyle for our residents and a rewarding work environment for our valued associates. We take pride in providing an atmosphere where relationships of trust, leadership and personal ethics are not only valued, but expected of all our associates. Our "people come first" approach ensures that excellence, respect and outstanding service are apparent in all we do as an organization. We believe in caring for and loving our residents and strongly support their ability to continue growing, learning and contributing. Every day, team members at Century Park Associates choose to go beyond their job descriptions, exceeding expectations, on behalf of their residents. They have learned that those who go the extra mile receive rewards happiness of heart and peace of mind.