Activities/Program Director

1 month ago

Brewster, United States Maplewood Senior Living Full time
Lifestyle Director (Activities/Program)

Summary:
The Lifestyle Director is a key member of the department head team and is responsible for leading, developing, coordinating, and implementing activities, programs, and events that optimizethe  quality of life for our residents, enhance health and wellbeing, and promote social connection and engagement. Maplewood Lifestyle Directors incorporate social, physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual, and purposeful activities and programs to meet the comprehensive and multidimensional needs and interests of our residents. At Maplewood, we build our 9 Essential Elements of Wellbeing which include: Engagement, Intentional Living, Movement, The Arts, Community, Family, Brain Health, Energized Environments, and Laughter into our lifestyle programs. 

Key Responsibilities:Management
  • Hires, trains, schedules, supervises, direct,s and evaluates Lifestyle Associates.
  • Demonstrates strong leadership, communication, and teamwork skills.
  • Demonstrates excellent organization and time management skills.
  • Ensures all Lifestyle programs meet Maplewood quality standards
  • Collaborates with Senior Lifestyle Directors and other LSDs to implement established best practices in Lifestyle Programming
  • Maintains monthly budget
  • Completes monthly schedule for all Lifestyle associates in UKG to budget shift requirements
  • Attends all necessary meetings including daily standups, weekly Department Head Meetings, monthly All-Associate Meetings, and bi-weekly LSD meetings facilitated by the home office
  • Collaborates with your ED and HR on any necessary progressive discipline action
  • Ensures all supplies are neatly organized and inventory is tracked
  • Works with vendors to coordinate and host elevated and exceptional programs for residents, families and staff
  • Collaborates with other department heads to coordinate and manage Dining Committee Meetings, and Resident Council.

Care, Service Plans, and Wellness:
  • Collaborates with resident care and memory care teams to review and contribute residents' service plans as necessary
  • Participates in and contributes to tracking meetings, family meetings, and case conferences
  • Ensures our 9 Core Elements of Wellness are incorporated into weekly lifestyle programs

Staff Training:
  • Ensures all new Lifestyle associates are properly oriented and trained and all Lifestyle associates continue to receive appropriate training and support to optimize their ability to work with our resident population
  • Ensures monthly in-service education, including dementia training, is provided to all Lifestyle Associates`

Recreation, Activities, Events and Lifestyle Programs:
  • Designs and implements high-quality monthly program calendars tailored to residents' abilities, interests, hobbies, religions, and desired experiences.
  • Ensures programs, events, and activities align with Maplewood’s 9 Lifestyle Elements (Engagement, Intentional living, movement for wellness, enriching arts, sense of community, family connection, brain health, energized environments, and shared laughter).
  • Plans, conducts, and monitors recreational programs that cater to all residents' needs and abilities.
  • Coordinates transportation for outings and events, including driving community vehicles when required.
  • Plans special events and family gatherings.
  • Maintains resident profile information and utilizes it to create personalized Lifestyle Programs.
  • Collaborates with the Resident Care team for the WISH Program and parallel activities for residents with special needs
  • Ensures adequate program supplies and purchases adaptive supplies as needed.
  • Fosters a seven-day-a-week activity program, including evenings and holidays.
  • Collaborates with other Directors to ensure the recreational and social needs of all residents are addressed
  • In coordination with the Culinary Service Director, ensures proper nutrition, snacks, and hydration are provided throughout the day as part of a healthy lifestyle
  • Ensures daily afternoon social or Happy hour is provided
  • Holds a monthly Activity Committee Meeting to provide residents an opportunity to give input into the monthly calendar of events
  • Meets with residents and families to identify resident interests, resolve concerns, and develop meaningful relationships
  • Monitors the response and/or reviews/evaluates the response to the programs and determines if the activities meet the assigned needs of each resident
  • Ensures annual Maplewood-themed programming has been included on a monthly calendar and is being held
  • Develop intergenerational programs and a pet therapy program

Volunteers:
  • Implements volunteer program which includes recruitment, interviewing, training, and annual recognition.
  • Implements community policy regarding volunteers.
  • Trains all volunteers who will work in the memory care neighborhood in dementia care.
  • Implements volunteer schedule.
  • Develops and implements intergenerational programs with local organizations, schools, and clubs.
  • Develops and implements a volunteer pet therapy program that follows all state and local government rules regarding pets.

Communication and Sales:
  • Participates in marketing and communication efforts including owning digital signage
  • Participates in tours and other sales efforts as appropriate
  • Develop and distribute monthly, weekly, and daily calendars and newsletters digitally and in print
  • Establishes and maintains relationships with community agencies, organizations, and healthcare professionals.

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification
  • An associate degree from an accredited college or university or satisfactory completion of two years of college, with major work in recreation, occupational therapy, gerontology, or a related field, or two years of full-time experience in the recreation field with an adult population
  • Must possess a passion for working with the senior population and improving their quality of life
  • Basic typing skills and computer knowledge; familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Publisher, Team,s and creative software
  • Valid driver’s license with good driving record. May be required to take a driving test


About Maplewood Senior Living:

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider with locations in CT, MA, and OH, and new communities soon to open in NY and NJ. We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment. As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day. As we continue to grow, we are seeking dedicated and caring associates to become part of our family. We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us

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