Job Description

Job Description

If you are looking for a place to work where team members and residents feel like family, where you feel supported by your leadership, where you feel recognized for your talents and are given opportunities to grow…then Park Visalia community is the right place for you!

Park Visalia values the individuality and needs of each team member while also building strong team connectivity. Our team members are compassionate and dedicated to supporting our residents and each other in a positive, kind and encouraging manner. Most importantly, they understand that one positive interaction at a time can change somebody’s life.

Park Visalia is the premier Assisted Living/Memory Care community in Visalia. We specialize in a wide range of support and guidance of memory impaired residents through specific programming for care, activities, socialization and dining.

Benefits and Offerings:

Competitive Pay
Differential Pay
Flexible hours
Health Insurance
Dental & Vision
Bonuses
Rewards and Incentives
Career Advancement
Comprehensive Training
Fun and Collaborative Environment

Open Position Schedules:

Day Shift
Full-Time

Starting Pay $25./hour depending on experience.

Job Summary:

Responsible for the development, implementation and operation of the Lifestyle programs at the community. Responsible for promoting a healthy, activity-enriched lifestyle for residents & staff and for ensuring the programming meets the interest, and the physical, mental, and psychosocial well-being of each resident. The Lifestyle Director is responsible to plan, prepare, and direct the overall operation of the resident and family activities along with overseeing the wellness department.

Essential Job Duties:

Create an environment in the community that promotes residents and families’ participation in the provided activities including:
Create and submit a monthly calendar of events for review and printing
Create and submit a monthly newsletter for residents, staff, and families
Create and maintain social media under the umbrella of Carefield Living
Coordinate with other associates the planning, execution, and attending special functions, such as holidays and celebratory events.
Conduct survey of residents to determine what activities are of interest to them
Overseeing transportation of residents including:( two options drivers under resident relations or wellness).
Assist with the safe loading, unloading, seating, and transporting of residents onto and off community vehicles and drive residents as needed.
Oversee scheduling of transportation for recreational and medical outings
Evaluate transportation program on a regular basis 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 are in the community to assist with activities or special events
Survey residents to determine their satisfaction levels with programs and services provided and make corrections as necessary
Manage the department within the budgetary guidelines, track inventory, and order supplies
Understand and fulfill all State, Federal and local regulations for maintaining safe vehicles, securing all required credentials/licensing for vehicle(s) a driver(s).
Encourage and invite resident participation in all resident activities
Alert care staff when there is a medical or care need of a resident that needs to be addressed
Look for ways to reduce costs and create efficiencies on a daily basis
Ensure regulatory compliance and report any issues or concerns immediately.
Comply with Carefield Living standards and regulations to encourage safe and efficient community operations.
Display a positive and professional image through actions and maintain high standards of personal appearance and grooming, which includes wearing the proper uniform or clothing and name tag when working
Represent the Carefield Living principles and core values on a daily basis.
Perform other duties and tasks as assigned or required.

Oher responsibilities to consider:

Effectively communicate Carefield Living vision of lifestyle living by sharing program outcomes, as well as program changes and updates throughout the community
Collaborates with sales to cultivate the program brand; communicate frequently on opportunities to tell the story of how prospects can live well at Carefield Living
Creates and implements an approach to capturing useful data related to programs and services; provides monthly reporting regarding attendance and other metrics for all programs..

Responsibility Level:

Responsible for the direct supervision of Activities Assistants and Drivers .

General instruction and/or functional guidance are provided on some, but not all tasks to be performed and the results of individual projects may be reviewed upon completion. The staff is expected to respond to questions from residents and their family members, troubleshooting and resolving issues utilizing their own discretion and judgment. On certain occasions, the staff will work with the Executive Director and other members of management to resolve community issues.

Knowledge and Skills:

Ability to deal tactfully and professionally at all times with personnel, residents, family members, visitors and the general public
Display excellent communication and listening skills including the ability to speak orally in front of small groups of people
Ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action and to remain calm during emergency situations
Reasoning skills that include the ability to understand issues and process information for the purpose of giving and receiving feedback and instructions.
Ability to operate basic office equipment including personal computer, scanner, copier, fax machine and proficient with email and Microsoft Office.
Compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents’ rights

Position Requirements:

Ability, licensure and willingness to drive the community vehicle
Bachelor’s degree (Gerontology, Kinesiology, Recreation Therapy, or Health Promotion) is preferable or combination of education and experience
Minimum of two to four years of experience with developing and implementing Activities wellness programs, preferably for seniors
Minimum one year of supervisory experience to include training and supervising staff and developing and managing a budget
First Aid Certification
Background clearances as required by government regulations
Must meet health requirements, including TB.

Special Requirements/Certifications:

If responsible for creating exercise prescriptions and evaluating resident’s ability to participate in physical dimension of programs, one or more of the following certifications is highly preferred:
- ASFA Fitness Instructor/Personal Trainer (Senior Fitness Instruction certification)
  - ACSM Health/Fitness Specialist/ ACSM certified Group Exercise Instructor/ ACSM Certified Personal Trainer
  - NASM Certified personal trainer
  - Balance and Mobility Specialist Certification

Physical and Mental Demands:

Able to be mobile and perform the physical requirements of the job to include: bending, kneeling, stooping, reaching, pushing, pulling and repetitive motions.
Able to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
Able to move intermittently throughout the work day and between divisions
Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs. and push up to 40 lbs. as necessary
Ability to push a resident safely in their wheelchairs
Ability to physically assist residents during activities and outings
Able to assist in loading and unloading residents into community vehicle/van(s)
Able to assist in moving residents during emergency situations.
Able to understand, remember and follow basic instructions and guidelines.
Able to perform basic calculations.
Some travel may be required.

Working Conditions:

Must be willing and able to work required and scheduled shifts, including evenings, weekends, overtime and holidays.
The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate to noisy.

We look forward to you joining our team!

Activities Director