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Activities/Program Director, Assisted Living
IS CREATIVITY YOUR PASSION? The Commons in Lincoln is looking for a full time Activities/Program Director for our Assisted Living community. The Activities/Program Director provides leadership in the Programming Department and organizes and implements activities designed to meet the individual needs ofour residents. The resident program is intended to fulfill basic psychological, intellectual, physical, social, emotional, and spiritual needs while promoting self-esteem in a caring, nurturing environment. The Activities/Program Director reports to the Associate Executive Director of Assisted Living and Memory Care and supervises the Concierge team.
JoinThe Commons in Lincoln, a breathtaking newer Benchmark Senior Living community proud to be named one of the Boston Globe's Top Places to Work for over a decade. We invite you to check out our campus, many employee perks, incentive bonuses, welcoming culture and more.
PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Takes the lead in the development and implementation of an innovative daily activity plan for residents
Produces a quality monthly newsletter and calendar and daily activity calendar
Leads and supervises the implementation of one-on-ones, small group and large group activities according to the programming schedule
Initiates and maintains vendor relationships, including scheduling, execution and administration of quality programming
Leads hiring, payroll processing, and scheduling for a small concierge team
Establishes and maintains collaborative associate relationships
Supports, encourages and directs independent activity pursuits, both individually and in small groups
Facilitates Resident and Family interactions via video chats or in-person visits, as health & safety procedures allow
Supervises coordination of Holiday and Birthday Celebrations
Demonstrates knowledge about residents in regard to background, participation needs, physical abilities, interests, cognitive capacity and attention span capability
EDUCATION AND SKILLS REQUIRED
Bachelor’s degree preferred, or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues. Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals.
Proficiency in computer applications, including MicroSoft Office
Strong verbal and written communication skills
Basic knowledge of social media
Prior experience managing a small team preferred
Training and knowledge in recreational activities a plus
Training and knowledge of Alzheimer’s and related dementias a plus
Experience p roviding transportation for community residents a plus
Think senior living sounds boring? Think again. At Benchmark, we impact lives through human connection. We are thought leaders creating quality experiences and inspiring personal growth for all who engage with us. We just happen to imagine, build and manage beautiful, private-pay communities geared toward older adults. Are youCalled to Care about your work, other people and making a difference? Do you believe that people and teams areBetter Together than going it alone? Are you always striving toBe the Benchmark by which all others are measured? Then our core values match. Connect with us!
As a community associate at Benchmark, you will have access to a variety ofbenefits including, but not limited to, the following:
8 holidays & 3 floating holidays
Discounted Meal Program
Paid Training & Company-provided Uniforms
Associate Referral Bonus Program
Physical & Mental Health Wellness Programs
401k Retirement Plan with Company Match*
Medical, Vision & Dental Benefits*
Tuition Reimbursement Program*
Vacation and Health & Wellness Paid Time Off*
*Eligibility may vary by employment status
Benchmark Senior Living is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving a culture of diversity, equity, and inclusion.
We embrace and encourage our associates’ differences in age, color, disability, ethnicity, family or marital status, gender identity or expression, language, national origin, physical and mental ability, political affiliation, race, religion, sexual orientation, socio-economic status, veteran status, and other characteristics that make our associates unique.
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Worksite address
lincoln, MA, 01773, US
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