Life Enrichment Director, IL

 

Main characteristics

Location

Lehigh Acres, Florida

Company

Sunshine Retirement Living LLC

Employment type

Full-time

Category

Business and Financial Operations

Industry

Advertising/Public Relations

Job summary

OVERALL JOB PURPOSE Plans, directs, coordinates, implements, and promotes an engaging activities and wellness program to enrich the quality of life for all residents. Fulfills Sunshine standards which address the needs, abilities and limitations of residents while upholding our values of People, Passion, and Excellence. MINIMUM JOB QUALIFICATIONS AND REQUIREMENTS Must be 21 years of ageKnowledge of and ability to conform to applicable laws, rules, and regulations and meets state or provincial health related requirements (as applicable for position)In addition to the above, the following skills are preferred: experience serving senior citizens; familiarity with laws and regulations applicable to the Community, and Human ResourcesDemonstrated ability to communicate effectively (in English), both verbally and in writing, with residents and staffA commercial drivers license may be required for this position; if so, a CDL must be obtained within 60 days of your hireAbility to work in a team setting and as a team playerPossess organization skillsPossess excellent customer service skillsMust be competent and knowledgeable in operations, policies, and proceduresMaintain a positive, respectful, and professional approach with coworkers and residentsAbility to keep all business and operations information confidentialAbility to work under time constraints and meet department deadlinesAbility to follow and adhere to policies, procedures, and standards ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Leads a minimum of 3 activities daily, including fitness and exercise classesSpends 80% of time engaging residents, 20% with administrative dutiesOversees and directs full activities program to span seven days a week, including nights and weekendsMay be required to work nights, weekends, and holidaysAdheres to Sunshine Activities and Wellness StandardsPlans and implements activities of sufficient variety and at sufficient frequency, including as necessary to fulfill any state regulations, with activity categories to include but not be limited to physical, intellectual, social, spiritual, and emotionalCreates and distributes monthly activities calendar and supplemental publicationsInforms residents of daily activities and ensures the accuracy of information and programing details or, if cancelled, that appropriate alternatives are noted and offeredMaintains adequate resident participation in activities and records attendance when necessaryCompletes activities-related evaluations for new residents and updates as neededCoordinates efforts of community clubs and meetings; including Ambassador Program, Resident Council, Food Service Forums and Town Hall/Management MeetingsEstablishes community involvement through recruitment and training of volunteers, including other team members, residents, and outside community volunteersSupervises volunteers, entertainers, religious professionals, and vendorsOversees Activity Assistants scheduling and training and may assist with hiring process and review protocolsPlans, coordinates, and assists with decoration of community for special events, holidays, and seasons.Orders activities supplies adhering to activities department budgetInvites residents to activities; assures they are reminded of as necessaryAssists with proper use of fitness equipment; promptly reports any apparent problems with fitness equipment to SupervisorMeets with department heads and other team members on regular basis to discuss activities and large event planning. Coordinate activities with other departments as necessaryAssists with all marketing requests and social media contentPromotes appropriate partnerships with outside wellness and industry professionals by acting as a liaison for residents to be introduced to desired services as neededAssures activity spaces and any activity supply storage areas are clean and organized, including assuring that any food stored in Activity Room kitchen is stored securelyAssists in the planning of community transportation schedules in conjunction with other team membersCoordinates transportation of residents to and from events outside of the community, which may include driving community transportation and assisting residents entering and exiting the vehiclePerforms other duties as assigned by Supervisor OTHER JOB DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Perform all work assigned for the agreed-upon salary, accepting no additional payment or non- perishable gifts from residents, vendors, Community management, or othersMeet the assigned work requirements of the job. Regular attendance is requiredServe as a role model for all employees by displaying a responsible, cooperative, and positive attitude. Represent the community in a professional, courteous, and friendly mannerAdhere to dress/appearance code. Changes in attire may be dictated by special occasion or weather conditions. If you have questions, check with your supervisorAdhere to all company policies, processes, and standardsPromote resident advocacy and demonstrate excellent customer service at all timesMaintain personnel, resident, and business proprietary and/or confidential matters/material in strict confidence with management of the company (and/or other company staff as needed)Maintains current food handlers permit as necessary to fulfill state regulations PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS Physical Demands and Work Environment The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. 20% or less 20% to 40% 40% to 60% 60% to 80% 80% to 100% Stand X Walk X Sit X Pushing, pulling and/or reaching X Grasping and fine manipulation X Climb or balance X Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl X Talk or hear X Taste or smell X Lifts Weight or Exerts Force 20% or less 20% to 40% 40% to 60% 60% to 80% 80% to 100% Up to 10 pounds Up to 25 pounds X Up to 50 pounds Up to 100 pounds More than 100 pounds The Community reserves the right to revise the duties set forth in this job description at its discretion.