Discovery Senior Living
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Celebration Director
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Discovery Senior Living .
About Discovery Management Group : Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide.
Responsibilities
Plan, schedule and conduct lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents.
Plan appropriate programs for holidays and special events.
Recruit and develop additional resources for services to the residents; initiate correspondence, including public relations communications, with outside organizations, service groups and volunteers.
Advise and motivate residents regarding appropriate individual and group activities based on resident interests and opportunities for growth.
Prepare and organize a calendar of events; submit the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval, then post and distribute it.
Develop and print the community newsletter.
Provide leadership of lifestyle programming.
Coordinate the community library.
Purchase and maintain equipment and supplies in accordance with budgetary guidelines.
Prepare a preliminary draft of the Celebrations Operating Budget.
Organize and supervise a volunteer staff.
Address resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest.
Maintain a database and prepare reports on resident quality assurance assessments, participation and satisfaction.
Supervise staff of Recreation and Event Coordinators across the multiple levels of service in a retirement community.
Participate in community in‑services.
Demonstrate competence in Federal, State and Local regulations, requirements for skilled nursing, assisted living and/or independent living as applicable; ensure compliance.
Develop, facilitate and analyze resident surveys to determine ongoing activities are in place that meet resident interests.
Plan, coordinate and facilitate appropriate mixed‑group activities.
Develop and facilitate daily displays of activities on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining rooms and other resident and team member communication centers.
Maintain a robust public relations program in support of the activity programming and community relations.
Implement and facilitate a volunteer recognition program.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervise employees in the Celebrations Department, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees.
Qualifications
Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work or Adult Education.
Three to five years of related experience.
Two years of supervisory/management experience.
Benefits In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible team members receive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members may also participate in an outstanding 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.
EOE D/V
JOB CODE: 1006499
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Celebration Director
role at
Discovery Senior Living .
About Discovery Management Group : Discovery Management Group is part of the Discovery Senior Living family of companies, a recognized industry leader for performance, innovation and lifestyle customization that today ranks among the 2 largest U.S. senior living operators. Discovery Management Group specializes in managing and enhancing senior living communities across the United States. With a focus on innovation, operational excellence, and lifestyle personalization, Discovery Management Group plays a vital role in serving more than 6500 residents nationwide.
Responsibilities
Plan, schedule and conduct lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents.
Plan appropriate programs for holidays and special events.
Recruit and develop additional resources for services to the residents; initiate correspondence, including public relations communications, with outside organizations, service groups and volunteers.
Advise and motivate residents regarding appropriate individual and group activities based on resident interests and opportunities for growth.
Prepare and organize a calendar of events; submit the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval, then post and distribute it.
Develop and print the community newsletter.
Provide leadership of lifestyle programming.
Coordinate the community library.
Purchase and maintain equipment and supplies in accordance with budgetary guidelines.
Prepare a preliminary draft of the Celebrations Operating Budget.
Organize and supervise a volunteer staff.
Address resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest.
Maintain a database and prepare reports on resident quality assurance assessments, participation and satisfaction.
Supervise staff of Recreation and Event Coordinators across the multiple levels of service in a retirement community.
Participate in community in‑services.
Demonstrate competence in Federal, State and Local regulations, requirements for skilled nursing, assisted living and/or independent living as applicable; ensure compliance.
Develop, facilitate and analyze resident surveys to determine ongoing activities are in place that meet resident interests.
Plan, coordinate and facilitate appropriate mixed‑group activities.
Develop and facilitate daily displays of activities on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining rooms and other resident and team member communication centers.
Maintain a robust public relations program in support of the activity programming and community relations.
Implement and facilitate a volunteer recognition program.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Supervisory Responsibilities Directly supervise employees in the Celebrations Department, carrying out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization’s policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, training, planning, assigning and directing work, appraising performance, rewarding and disciplining employees.
Qualifications
Associate degree in Recreation, Education, Gerontology, Social Work or Adult Education.
Three to five years of related experience.
Two years of supervisory/management experience.
Benefits In addition to a rewarding career and competitive salary, Discovery offers a comprehensive benefit package. Eligible team members receive medical, dental, vision, life and disability insurances, paid time off and paid holidays. Team members may also participate in an outstanding 401(k) plan with company match, Employee Assistance Program and accident insurance policies.
EOE D/V
JOB CODE: 1006499
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