Assistant Director of Life Enrichment
Job Description
MISSION:
Improving the lives of seniors; one resident at a time!
SUMMARY:
Oversee, develops and supports all aspects of Life Engagement programming to enhance the living experience for all residents taking into consideration community profitability and competitive advantage
QUALIFICATIONS:
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty mentioned satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Necessary accommodations will be provided in compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act and state or local law.
The statements in this job description are intended to describe the essential nature and level of work being performed. They are not intended to be ALL responsibilities or qualifications of the job.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
· Establishes and encourages resident socialization, improves daily living skills, expands personal interests, increases physical activity and education, capitalizes on resident abilities, encourages brain health, and ensures residents feel safe and purposeful for all managed communities.
· Establishes program strategies that build and support the Company philosophy, ensure concept, vision, and company standards are executed consistently.
- Creates, develops and implements programs, training tools, process improvement measures, and management methods to achieve innovative programs for all residents that can be incorporated for into all resident programming, special events, celebrations, and resident outings. , and ensures the programs meets or exceeds Company quality standards.
- Plans, develops, implements, directs, and evaluates continuing education initiatives and training programs, in an effort to educate all employees on life engagement programming elements, and philosophies.
1. Enhances and/or develops, implements, and enforces policies and procedures by way of systems, and avenues for effective communication that will improve the overall operations of Volunteer programs, resident bus outings, family Life Engagement education and support initiatives, and additional Life Engagement-related functions, in alignment with the objectives of the organization.[JH1]
· Analyzes/Conducts industry-related research related to life engagement. Prepares and presents coherent and effective internal and public educational and public speaking engagements/programs, backed by analysis, evidence, examples, and knowledge ; while maintaining Company image, philosophy, and superlative reputation as industry-leading experts in Senior Living.
- Interacts regularly with executive management and individual department heads to obtain input, present suggestions, and ensure the program priorities are aligned with total company direction.
· Ensures there is a robust activity schedule for both AL and memory care residents which enriches all aspects of their lives.
· Ensures that activities span all 7 days of the week.
· Utilizes evidenced based practices to enhance the lives of seniors with dementia.
· Participates in the supervision of community. Responsibilities may include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
· Budgetary responsibilities include budget development, management, and monitoring community life engagement programming expenditures, capital budgets, project proposals, and forecasting financial needs for all associated budget items.
May be asked to serve in manager on duty rotation
- Performs other duties as assigned.
EDUCATION/EXPERIENCE REQUIRED:
· Associate’s degree required; Bachelor’s degree preferred.
· Healthcare related certification
· A minimum of 5 years [JH4]experience in memory care or ALF e; and directing leading Life Engagement/Activity responsibilities in a supervisory capacity; or equivalent combination of education and experience
KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS REQUIRED:
· Acts as a good steward of limited resources
· Outstanding customer service skills.
· Ability to work well with seniors and families in a compassionate manor
LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION REQUIRED:
N/A
PHYSICAL DEMANDS:
The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to sit and talk and hear. The position requires prolonged periods sitting at a desk and working on a computer. The employee is frequently required to walk; use hands to finger, handle, or feel and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to
stand and walk; climb or balance and stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl. The employee must be able to physically access all areas of the facility including accessing the roof. Will need to climb ladders. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 75 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close vision.
SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITY:
Activities assistant and bus driver may report to this position.
TRAVEL:
Travel is frequently required in this position.
WORK AUTHORIZATION/SECURITY CLEARANCE:
Not applicable.
AFFIRMATIVE ACTION/EEO STATEMENT:
Paradise Pointe of Ormond Beach LLC provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment and prohibits discrimination and harassment of any type without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, national origin, disability status, genetics, protected veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
MISSION/VALUES:
Team members must conform to all Paradise Pointe organizational and departmental policies and procedures including but not limited to:
· Mission - Improving the lives of seniors; one resident at a time!
· Vision - To become a world class organization focused on enhancing the lives of seniors. Using evidenced based studies and practices, we will provide seniors the opportunity to remain independent as long as possible while maintaining optimum health and wellness. When help is needed, we will provide compassionate quality care and services using the best technology, best staff, and best principles for the aging adult.
· Core Values
o Passion
o Accountability and integrity
o Resident Centered
o Active Community
o Dignity and Respect
o Innovation
o Safety and security
o Excellence
· Code of Conduct as outlined in the “Guidelines for Employees” handbook
SERVICE STANDARDS:
Displays core values in all situations with residents, family members, other team members, and vendors.
Treats others with kindness and compassion while respecting the opinions of others.
Comes to work with a positive attitude and is joyful when dealing with residents and family members. Remembers that work with seniors is challenging and fun but that at some times may be difficult when they are dealing with diseases like dementia and Alzheimer’s. Is able to maintain composure and kindness even in difficult situations.
Establishes and maintains a history of regular attendance; makes appropriate use of PDO and observes department call-in procedures for absence; establishes and maintains punctual work habits. Exhibits timely arrival and departure and dependable time habits including meal and other breaks.
Attends and participates in mandatory facility-wide and department training/meetings as required. Is able to demonstrate and apply knowledge of fire, safety, security, and disaster procedure regulations as presented in orientation, outlined in the safety manual, and as pertains to each work area.
Required to respond to emergency situations (i.e. disasters, hurricanes, etc.) by reporting to department and staying until the crisis is over or your position is covered by incoming personnel. This is a mandatory requirement. Refusal to respond may result in termination.
Contributes to the successful achievement of department-stated goals and objectives and will facilitate staff cohesiveness and communication.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION:
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee filling this position. Employee will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by management. Management has the right to add to, revise, or delete information in this job description. Reasonable accommodation will be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of this position.
[JH1]Does not seem to apply; consider removing.
[SL2]Isn't marketing doing this? Are they contributing to marketing efforts by providing information related to life engagement programs?
[JH3]Incumbent mentioned no supervision; please revise.
[JH4]Incumbent mentioned 3 years. Please verify.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Job Type: Full-time
Pay: From $45,000.00 per year
Benefits:
- 401(k)
- Dental insurance
- Health insurance
- Paid time off
- Vision insurance
Ability to Commute:
- Ormond Beach, FL 32174 (Required)
Ability to Relocate:
- Ormond Beach, FL 32174: Relocate before starting work (Required)
Work Location: In person
