Manager Resident Activities - St Joseph Village

Summary:

The Manager Resident Activities is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive program of recreational, intellectual, psychosocial, and spiritual activities designed to meet the well-being and interests of the residents. This includes managing a team of Activity Coordinators and Transportation Drivers, ensuring programs are engaging, meaningful, and accessible. The Activity Manager plays a key role in enhancing the residents' lives by fostering an active, spiritual, social, and purposeful community environment.

Responsibilities:

• Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
• Develop and implement engaging, creative, and varied programs tailored to resident interests, ensuring a diverse offering of activities that support their well-being and active aging lifestyle.
• Oversee and supervise the daily, weekly, and monthly activity plans to ensure seamless execution and resident participation.
• Lead, coach, and manage a team consisting of Activity Coordinators and Transportation Drivers. Provide training, mentorship, and performance management to ensure effective service delivery and a high level of resident satisfaction.
• Maintain a collaborative and supportive team environment that promotes creativity, accountability, and efficient communication.
• Foster a sense of community and connection among residents through group activities, one-on-one interactions, and involvement in internal and external events.
• Welcome new residents and help them integrate into the community by aligning activities with their personal interests.
• Organize and facilitate resident events, including seasonal decorations, holiday celebrations, birthday parties, and life events, ensuring an inviting and festive atmosphere.
• Coordinate logistics for offsite trips and activities, including transportation arrangements, to enrich residents' social experiences.
• Regularly assess the effectiveness and relevance of activities, make adjustments as necessary based on resident feedback and engagement levels.
• Maintain a flexible approach to program planning, ensuring activities are inclusive and adaptive to residents' evolving needs and preferences.
• Prepare and manage the activity budget, ensuring resource utilization stays within allocated limits.
• Oversee the scheduling of common areas and facilitate the procurement of necessary supplies, working closely with the kitchen for event-related food needs.
• Maintain a monthly calendar and newsletter, effectively communicating all events and updates to residents and staff.
• Oversee and manage the community's social media presence, including the Facebook page, to enhance engagement and inform residents, their families, and the local community about activities and events.
• Create and publish posts about upcoming activities, events, and resident achievements.
• Edit and maintain the activity calendars, ensuring they are visually appealing, accurate, and updated regularly across digital and printed platforms.
• Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all multimedia and print communications, reflecting the community's values and fostering a positive image.
• Supervise the transportation team to ensure timely and safe transport for residents to and from activities, appointments, and offsite events.
• Take on "Manager-On-Duty" (MOD) responsibilities when needed, ensuring continuous program operation.
• Engage in community outreach, collaborating with public relations teams for positive publicity and community visibility.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the facility Administrator to ensure the smooth operation of the Activity Department.
• Must meet the company's Motor Vehicle Policy standards.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills
* High School Diploma or equivalent required.
* Associate or bachelor's Degree preferred.
* Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

Experience
* Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in coordinating and managing recreational activities, with supervisory experience preferred.
* Previous experience in a senior living or healthcare setting is highly desirable.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
* ADC- Activity Director Certified preferred.
* Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record (Position may require driving a company vehicle).

Work Type:

Full Time