Vibrant Life Director

Overview Integral Senior Living, proudly part of the Discovery Senior Living family of operating companies, manages care and lifestyle-focused senior living communities. Our company, built on our “Culture Keepers,” employs thousands of Team Members and is committed to providing a positive work environment and culture that recognizes their value in delivering excellent experiences for our residents. The Vibrant Life® Director (Activity Director) is responsible for the on-site organizing, planning, facilitating and directing the overall operations of the Vibrant Life® Department in accordance with current standards, guidelines and regulations, company policies and procedures, and as directed by the Executive Director to ensure an ongoing program of Vibrant Life® activities designed to meet, as assessed, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychological well-being of each resident. The Vibrant Life® Director is also responsible for developing wellness programs for families to meet their identified needs and conducting staff in-services. Hire, evaluate, coordinate, monitor performance, and supervise department staff in accordance with company policy. Make recommendations to the Executive Director with respect to staff evaluations, merit pay increases, reprimands, disciplinary actions and terminations. Responsibilities Provide a creative social atmosphere throughout the community and promote resident and family participation through regularly scheduled events, activities, special programs and guest speakers, movie showings, exercise sessions that fit within the guidelines of the Vibrant Life® program. Coordinate and attend all special functions and Vibrant Life® activity programs for major holidays. Ensure Vibrant Life® activities and events acknowledge and meet the cultural, religious and ethnic diversity and interests of the residents and their families. Actively encourage resident participation in all Vibrant Life® activities. Actively engage in residents’ Vibrant Life® activities through personally leading Vibrant Life® activities no less than ten (10) hours per week. Hire, evaluate, coordinate, motivate, monitor performance and supervise department staff in accordance with company policy and department budget. Make recommendations to the Executive Director with respect to staff evaluations, merit pay increases, reprimands, disciplinary actions and terminations. Monitor compliance with the department’s budget through the effective and timely completion of Monthly Spend Downs. Ensure compliance with all company policies and procedures for proper use of Petty Cash in conjunction with performance of job duties. Ensure all necessary vendor/entertainer check requests are completed accurately and timely and in accordance with all company policies and procedures; this includes timely and accurate completion of W-9 submissions from vendor/entertainer. As directed, plan, schedule, prepare and conduct staff in-services. Coordinate transportation needs of the residents and maintain transportation schedule for all Vibrant Life® events, activities and appointments. Possess the ability, licensure and willingness to drive the community van. Ensure knowledge remains current regarding senior activities through continuing education and networking opportunities with other community professionals. Support the Executive Director in referral source development efforts, work cooperatively with the Director of Sales and Marketing and assist with marketing events to build the community census. Develop, implement and manage a “New Resident Welcome” program and a “Resident Birthday” program at the community. Develop, recruit, manage and schedule Community Volunteers. Complete and maintain all required logs and paperwork for the Community’s Volunteer Program. Ensure that a Resident Council Meeting is held each month. Accurately and timely perform all clerical work connected with the position (e.g., Monthly Activity Calendar). Assist with set-up of special events. Aid in community marketing through tours, participation in required marketing events and positive interactions with potential residents, family members and referral sources. Arrange for coverage of department duties during employee absences through delegation or personal completion of duties. Participate in daily stand-up meetings to communicate key issues within the department. Obtain and maintain all state-required certifications/licensures. Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments. Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress. Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards. Perform other duties consistent with the position as assigned by the Executive Director. Qualifications Must be at least 21 years of age due to driving requirement and carrier’s restrictions. Must have one (1) year of experience in conducting group activities and be knowledgeable in evaluating residents’ needs, supervising other employees and in training volunteers. These requirements may be waived if an exception to this requirement is made by the licensing agency upon the community’s written presentation of a satisfactory alternative plan. College Degree preferred. Benefits In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Integral offers a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible team members are offered medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members are eligible to participate in our outstanding 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies. EEO JOB CODE: #J-18808-Ljbffr