Programming Director (Life Enrichment Director)

Monarch Brandywine Senior Living:

Each and every member of our team is committed to developing progressive yet approachable communities to support the needs of all future generations. We want to transform healthcare infrastructure so that people can not only age well but live well and THRIVE. 

The Program Director is responsible for developing and administering a comprehensive resident engagement and activity program to meet the needs, interests, and capabilities of the Residents within the community. Assumes the responsibility to develop and administer a well-rounded community-wide social program schedule for both Assisted Living and Memory Care.

Salary Range: $70,000 - 75,000 Yearly

Responsibilities and Duties

• Assumes the responsibility for the design and development of recreation and activity programs to meet the assessed needs, interests, and capabilities of the Residents in the community
• Creates resident histories and profiles with family involvement. Summarizes information from histories. Shares information with associates as well as develop activities based on these interests
• Assumes responsibility for scheduling and coordinating miscellaneous social programs for the entire community and specific units (i.e., educational programs, entertainment programs, special events, games, group programs, spiritual services, etc.)
• Creates a monthly social program calendar, has the calendars printed, and distributes them to community personnel and residents
• Coordinates programs with other departments in the community and interfaces with all personnel as appropriate
• Seeks partnerships with local organizations to engage in programming at the community
• Assists with the development and provision of training and orientation programs for volunteers
• Drive the community vehicle for resident outings
• Responsible for creating and maintaining a monthly budget

Qualifications

• One to three years related experience and/or training in leading/creating activities for the elderly
• High school diploma or higher education preferred
• Excellent verbal and written communication
• Exhibit strong time management and organizational skills
• Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action
• Willing to work flexible hours
• Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications

Physical Abilities

• While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell.
• An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 50 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics.

Benefits Offered (Full Time):

• Health Insurance: Medical/Rx, Dental, and Vision
• Ancillary Benefits: Life Insurance/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long-Term disability
• Basic Life & Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) Insurance
• FSA (Commuter/Parking)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• 401(k) Retirement with Company Match
• Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement

Other Compensation Programs:

• Employee Referral Bonus
• Resident Referral Bonus

Equal Opportunity Statement:

Monarch Communities and Brandywine Senior Living is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We comply with all applicable federal, state, and local laws. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all employees.