Location: Newtown,CT, USA
Job Title: Lifestyle (Activities/Program) Director
Location: Newtown, CT
Employment Type: Full Time
Department: Activities
About Us:
Maplewood Senior Living, is a leading operator of premier senior living communities across 6 states, featuring two distinguished brands: Maplewood and Insp?r. Known nationally for innovation in the senior living space, Maplewood is a growing company dedicated to excellence in care, offering personalized and thoughtful services in independent living, assisted living and memory care.
Our success is built on a foundation of personalized, compassionate care and communities designed to enrich the quality of life for our residents. We foster a dynamic and supportive work environment that empowers our teams to excel, inspire, and make a meaningful impact every day. If you are a passionate about driving growth and innovation in senior living, Maplewood offers the opportunity to be part of a forward-thinking organization that values your expertise. Join us and help shape the future of senior living!
Overview: The Lifestyle Director is responsible for the development, coordination and implementation of all programs and ensuring that programs are therapeutic to the residents and maximizes their quality of life. Maplewood Senior Living offers a full range of social, physical, cognitive, emotional, spiritual and purposeful programs to meet overall well-being of our residents. The Lifestyle Coordinator shall make every effort to meet the comprehensive needs and interests of all the residents.
Primary Responsibilities
* Plans, schedule, lead and monitor, recreational programs to meet the needs of all of our residents.
* Coordinates transportation for outings and events outside of the community, which may include driving a community motor vehicle
* Successfully work within Lifestyle budgetary guidelines regarding entertainment, supplies, and labor hours
* Plan and implementation of special events
* Implement volunteer program which includes recruitment, interviewing, training and annual recognition
* Hire, train, schedule, supervise, direct and evaluate the performance of all Lifestyle program associates
* Ensure therapeutic recreation programming meets all state, federal and other regulations.
* Must possess a passion for working with the senior population and improving their quality of life
* Provide outstanding customer service to all residents, family members, responsible persons, and visitors of residents in the community
* Personable, reliable, great communicator and team player
* Creative, energetic, enthusiastic, patient, flexible, encouraging, and team-oriented
* Create a positive atmosphere with an engaging variety of activities
* Designed and implemented a diverse program calendar based on resident's interests & abilities.
Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification
* Requires an associate degree from an accredited college or university or satisfactory completion of two years of college, with a major work in recreation, occupational therapy, gerontology or related field, or two years of full-time experience in the recreation field with an adult population
* Experience in an environment which focuses on dementia care, preferred
* Excellent communication, organization and time management skills
* Basic typing skills and computer knowledge: familiarity with MS Word, Excel, Publisher and creative software
* Driver requirements; valid driver's license with good driving record. May be required to take a driving test
Why You'll Love Working with Us:
* Innovative Culture: We are a group of smart, forward-thinking and compassionate pros dedicated to enhancing the lives of our residents through service excellence, creative and meaningful programs and continuous innovation.
* HEART: We recognize Humor, Empathy, Autonomy, Respect and Trust as core values that guide our work.
* Growth Opportunities: We promote and foster career development and continuous learning.
* Work-Life Balance: We value autonomy, flexibility and a family-friendly supportive workplace.
* Competitive Comp and Benefits: We offer a competitive compensation package, bonus, health insurance, 401K with match, paid time off, and more. Inspir believes in rewarding top talent and dedication, depending upon years of experience and commitment to the company. Inspir strives for transparency, reviewing pay periodically, to be the industry leader in recruiting talent like you!