Activity Director

Life Enrichment Manager

Briarwood Assisted Living and Memory Care

POSITION SUMMARY

Responsible for planning and implementation of life enrichment programs that encourage and stimulate residents’ physical, cognitive, social and spiritual needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop cognitive, physical, social and spiritual programs that promote each residents’ quality of life
• Develop, lead and facilitate recreational programs appropriate for small and large groups, and one-on-one that promote resident satisfaction
• Plan, organize and implement resident outings and special events
• Develop, lead and facilitate intergenerational programs
• Create and distribute a monthly life enrichment calendar
• Complete a “Sharing Life’s Journey Questionnaire” for each resident upon move in
• Facilitate monthly Resident Council Meetings
• Tastefully decorate the community for holidays and events
• Plan and host community events for residents and families, coordinating with other departments
• Identify and coordinate a group of community volunteers for life enrichment activities
• Order life enrichment supplies within department budget
• Ability to inspire and motivate staff through consistent leadership, supervision and coaching
• Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors

Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job. May be required to assist at sister communities upon request.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must work to demonstrate Leisure Living Management Values:

• Live and work each day with purpose
• Accept accountability and demonstrate responsibility
• Embrace lifelong learning
• Promote mutual respect
• Display transparency
• Appreciate diversity
• Practice forgiveness
• Be thankful

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education and Experience
High School Diploma/GED required. Recreation Therapy or similar degree is strongly preferred. Two years’ experience in an assisted living or long-term care setting and two years of supervisory experience or a combination of education and work experience.

Computer Skills

Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.

Other Requirements

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the community
• Developed organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
• Team oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
• Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand – Frequently
• Walk – Frequently
• Sit – Frequently
• Reach outward – Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder – Occasionally
• Climb – N/A
• Squat or Kneel – Occasionally
• Bend – Occasionally
• Twist – Occasionally
• Lift/Carry/Transfer
• 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
  • 11-20 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs. – Frequently
  • 51-100 lbs. – Occasionally
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A
• Push/Pull
  • 10 lbs. or less – Frequently
  • 11-20 lbs. – Frequently
  • 21-50 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 51-100 lbs. – Occasionally
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A

Connecting Seniors, Families and Communities

For over 37 years, our senior living communities have served seniors and their families across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Tennessee, with each location offering unique services including independent, enhanced, and assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best experiences each day for our residents and their families, we’ve created a special culture with