Activities Director-Director of Wellness Programming

About the role

The Director of Wellness Programming at MBK Senior Living is responsible for planning, preparing, and directing the overall operation of resident and family engagement, overseeing the resident enrichment department, and implementing MBK signature programs. This role supports the company's mission to be the senior living provider of choice in every market they serve.

Responsibilities

• Create an environment that promotes resident and family participation in activities.
• Create, implement, and lead resident programs according to program standards and resident preferences.
• Create and submit a monthly calendar of events.
• Create and submit a monthly newsletter for residents, staff, and families.
• Create and maintain social media under the umbrella of MBK’s Home Office.
• Coordinate with other Team Members to plan, execute, and attend special functions, such as holidays and celebratory events.
• Conduct surveys of residents to determine their interests in activities.
• Facilitate resident activity planning committees to ensure resident participation in calendar development.
• Oversee transportation of residents, including assisting with safe loading, unloading, seating, and transporting residents onto and off community vehicles, and driving residents as needed.
• Evaluate transportation programs regularly to ensure customer satisfaction.
• Recruit, hire, train, motivate, and supervise department staff in accordance with all Company Policies, Procedures, and Core Values.
• Develop and train volunteers who assist with activities or special events.
• Track volunteer participation and maintain volunteer files per state regulations.
• Arrange for outside vendors to conduct programs and process invoices promptly.
• Manage and track budget spending and goals.
• Encourage and invite resident participation in all resident activities.
• Work with the Director of Health Services to ensure caregiver involvement in programs.
• Facilitate and conduct resident programs within connections for living if applicable.
• Aid in the community marketing efforts through positive interactions with residents, families, and guests.
• Alert care staff when there is a medical or care need of a resident.
• Avoid resident information such as traditions and preferences from being compromised.
• Ensure resident information such as traditions and preferences are collected per policy.
• Perform other duties or special projects as assigned/directed by the Executive Director.

Requirements

• High school diploma or GED.
• Completion of, or ability to obtain State-approved Activity Director Certification.
• Must be over the age 18.
• Background clearance is required (per government regulations).
• Negative TB test results is mandatory.
• Excellent communication skills are required including the ability to speak, write, and read English.
• Maintain a professional demeanor at all times, especially while interfacing with other Team Members, residents, family members, and visitors.
• Present a positive image, by following all grooming and dress standards.
• Valid driver’s license (required by the state and/or vehicle capacity) and valid insurance.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in recreational therapy, gerontology, music, art, or a similar field is preferable.
• Certification in Recreational Activity Leadership: APNCC / NAAPCC Certification or similar is desirable.
• Prior related work experience, in a similar environment is highly desirable.
• Prior supervisory or lead working experience is preferable.
• Working familiarity with several special Microsoft Office Suite software programs (e.g. Publisher and Photoshop) is highly desirable.

Skills

• Ability to speak, write, and read English.
• Strong communication skills.
• Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and prioritize responsibilities.
• Ability to work with residents, families, and visitors.
• Ability to handle confidential information.
• Ability to work flexible hours, including weekends.

Benefits

Full-time Benefits Include:

• Rich benefits package including Medical, Dental, Vision, and 401k matching up to 4%.
• Childcare and eldercare assistance.
• Flexible spending accounts.

Pay

Pay range: $27-$28

Schedule

Monday- Friday, weekend availability.

Company Information

MBK Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, disability, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, genetic information, or other protected reason. Our company is committed to providing access, equal opportunity, and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment, its services, programs, and activities. Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents: An "Excluded Party" is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding, team members must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, any state Medicaid Programs, and any additional federal and state government contract programs. If, as a team member, you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. Regulatory Requirements: If employed at one of our senior living communities, team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company, including, but not limited to, as applicable, state licensing regulations, the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA), Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, and any other federal or state laws relating to team members’ professional licenses. HIPAA Disclosure: All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an "Excluded Party" as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party, you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition, at all times, during your employment, all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company, including but not limited to Resident Rights, HIPAA, State licensing regulations, and those laws relating you an associates’ professional license.