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- Program includes:*
* Medical, Dental and Vision Insuran
- with plans available to cover employee, spouse and dependents. The M
lower pays a substantial
ortion of the premium for all coverage options.
* Company Paid Life Insurance
* Paid Time Off with Carryover and Cash Buy Down Options
* 403(b) Retirement Plan with Company Match
* Free Freshly Prepared Meals for You to Enjoy Daily
The Lifestyles Director is responsible for the organization of an ongoing activities program designed to meet the interests, and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident consistent with the resident’s comprehensive assessment. The activities program includes group activities, individual activities, outings and special events for the residents in the Health Center and Assisted Living Facility. Activity programs are in compliance with the policies and procedures of the Mayflower.
*Lifestyles (Activities) Director Essential Job Duties & Responsibilities:*
*Responsibilities include:*
1. Develop Activities.
2. Manage staff.
3. Coordinate Programs / maintain volunteer binder.
4. Manage Activities Department.
5. Volunteer Coordinator campus wide.
6. Lead activities.
7. Make Activity Calendar (monthly/weekly).
8. Communicate with families.
9. Decorate for holidays.
10. Interacting with residents.
11. Maintain infection control log.
12. Perform any other related duties as required or assigned.
*Expectations/Must Haves*:
* Must be able to work and thrive within a fast-paced environment
* Must be able to deal with change where each day is different from the next; especially in personal interactions
* Must have a sense of urgency and manage multiple projects simultaneously
* Must be very socially-focused with a "How may I help you?" attitude
* Must be able to focus attention on building and maintaining relationships, especially where helping, not pressuring, others fosters the relationship
*Communication & Collaboration*
* Must be naturally skillful in an open, flowing communication style
* Must be effective at working with and through others, especially in a helping role
* Must have a persuasive, selling (rather than telling) communication style
*Delegation and Leadership Style*
* Must actively seek to work within a team environment with the attitude and willingness to jump in and roll up his/her sleeves in order to help out when necessary
* Must be able to lead by example, with first-hand knowledge of area of expertise
* Must display strong, friendly follow-up on tasks delegated to ensure proper results
*Qualifications:*
The position of Lifestyles (Activities) Director is not an 8 – 5, Monday – Friday desk job; therefore, qualified candidates must be able to work full-time hours that are flexible and will include nights, weekends and holidays. As the preparation and implementation of activities may take place outdoors, candidates must also be able to work outdoors in various weather conditions, stand for extended periods of time, and may be required to repetitively lift and move up to 25 lbs.
The Lifestyles Director should possess knowledge of such fields as accounting, marketing, business administration, finance, etc. Education / experience should be equivalent to a four-year college degree, plus 4 years related experience and/or training, and 19 to 23 months related management experience, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
* Must be at least 18 years of age.
* Bachelor’s Degree in Health and Wellness, Nutrition, Fitness or other related field is preferred.
* AS or BS in Recreational Therapy or Recreational Sciences Preferred
* Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) Preferred
* CDL License preferred
* A minimum of three (3) years’ experience in providing planned activities and knowledge in evaluating residents’ needs is preferred.
* Prefer two (2) years’ experience supervising and managing employees and volunteers
* Flexibility in work schedule as evidenced by working holidays, evenings, weekends and additional shifts when necessary to ensure adequate coverage within the department.
* Able to operate a personal computer and be proficient in MS Office programs (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint etc.)
* Must pass a criminal background check before beginning work.
*The Mayflower, an Equal Opportunity Employer, values the diversity of our team in delivering a world class resident experience.*
Job description available upon request.
Job Type: Full-time
Benefits:
* 401(k)
* 401(k) matching
* Dental insurance
* Employee assistance program
* Health insurance
* Life insurance
* Paid time off
* Professional development assistance
* Referral program
* Retirement plan
* Vision insurance
Schedule:
* Evening shift
* Holidays
* Monday to Friday
* Weekends as needed
Application Question(s):
* What is your desired annual compensation?
Education:
* Bachelor's (Preferred)
Experience:
* Supervising and Managing Employees: 2 years (Preferred)
* Activity Planning and Evaluating Resident Needs: 4 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person