Activities Program Manager

The Programming Manager, reporting to the Director of Resident Services, plans and schedules recreational activities for Independent Living, prepares events, announces schedules, and gathers resident feedback. Coordination is done with residents, staff, and community resources to foster an environment where activity and creativity can flourish.

Responsibilities

• Support the Mission, Values and Vision of LifeSpire of Virginia.
• Implement programming in Independent Living.
• Interact daily with Independent Living residents and collaborate with the Resident Council Activities Committee for feedback and input.
• Develop programming calendars and execute activities, events, and trips that meet residents’ needs and wants.
• Ensure interdepartmental coordination of all activities and events.
• Coordinate with staff regarding scheduling of events and use of facilities.
• Maintain the room‑reservation calendar for all activity spaces.
• Attend meetings as required by the supervisor.
• Attend meetings in the Resident Services Director’s absence, as needed.
• Assist the Resident Services Director in annually evaluating all programming department employees.
• Manage purchase of programming supplies and equipment; maintain inventory and storage.
• Maintain records and compliance with the monthly Resident Services/Programming budget.
• Drive the passenger bus when needed.
• Perform other duties as assigned promptly and cooperatively.
• Follow all personnel policies and procedures outlined in the Employee Handbook, including policies on breaks, meal periods, and PTO.
• Maintain thorough job knowledge and understanding of program operations.

Requirements

• At least 1 year of experience in a social or recreational program within the past 5 years.

Basic Qualifications

• Be at least 18 years of age with a High School diploma or GED.
• Hold a Commercial Driver’s License (CDL) within 6 months of hire.
• Pass a DOT physical annually and meet the Community Driving Policy requirements.
• Ability to operate an 18‑passenger resident bus for trips/outings.
• Strong organizational and social skills.
• Ability to establish good rapport with senior adults.
• Ability to work independently.
• Previous computer experience and skills.
• Previous experience in senior‑living activities.
• Effective communication with residents, families, and staff.

Preferred Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Therapeutic Recreation or a related field.
• Proficiency in desktop publishing or similar software for designing and preparing facility newsletters.

Key Competencies

• Service Orientation
• Strives for Results
• Builds and Maintains Positive Relationships
• Demonstrates Commitment to Work
• Creative and Critical Problem Solving
• Acts with Integrity
• Functional Expertise – Quality of Work

Working Hours and Environment

• Some evening, weekend, and holiday hours required as activity schedule dictates.
• Work in both indoor and outdoor environments.
• Ability to tolerate occasional exposure to dust, fumes, odors, water, and noise.
• Ability to tolerate weather conditions, temperature fluctuations (hot/cold), wet or humid environments.

Benefits

• Medical, Vision, and Dental coverage
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Employer retirement contribution of 4.5 %
• Health Savings Account (HSA) match
• Tuition reimbursement
• Supportive environment and leadership
• Amazing residents and collaborative teams
• Access to early earned wages