Life Enrichment Director

Life Enrichment Director The Lakeshore - 3.6 Seattle, WA Job Details Full-time $34 - $37 an hour 6 hours ago Benefits Free parking AD&D insurance Paid holidays Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Employee assistance program Vision insurance 401(k) matching Employee discount Paid sick time Qualifications CPR Certification Company vehicle operation Driver's License First Aid Certification Newsletters (communication methods) Crew management Food Handler Certification Full Job Description $34 - $37 per hour | Great Benefits! Free Meals! Free Parking! Era Living is seeking a full-time Life Enrichment Director to become the newest member of our team located in our Lakeshore Community in South Seattle/Renton, WA. Available shifts will be scheduled Monday - Friday, must be able to work occasional weekend and evening.

Competitive Compensation/Benefits Package Includes:

Medical/vision/prescription drug plan Dental plan Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment insurance Long-Term Disability insurance Flexible Spending Accounts for health care and dependent care 401(k) retirement plan with generous company match (eligibility contingent on age requirement) Progressive vacation package starting at 15 days per year 8 paid holidays per year 1 hour paid sick time for every 40 hours worked Employee Assistance Program Leadership bonuses Longevity bonuses Employee discount programs

Primary Responsibilities:

This role is responsible for overseeing all aspects of the Life Enrichment department. You will manage a team of recreation activity professionals, design, facilitate, and provide a comprehensive activity program that meets the needs and preferences of all residents and enhances their whole lives interacting with our residents on a dally-basis.

Essential Duties & Responsibilities:

Design, facilitate, schedule and conduct a comprehensive activities program that meets the needs and preferences of all of the residents in the community Effectively develop and implement Community Relations events Design monthly the community's main activity calendar Schedule, announce, facilitate, and keep records of the Resident Monthly Council meeting Ensure that the community newsletter is prepared and distributed Complete new Resident Profile and share this information with the Community Health department as required Coordinate resident transportation with Life Enrichment staff and the Wellness Center as needed Partner with residents to find appropriate volunteer opportunities Design and lead a variety of physical fitness programs based on residents' abilities and clinical needs; Oversee memory health programs and brain health activities implementing recommended programs as required Develop a meaningful and accurate budget for annual activity program Provide mobility support for residents when out of the community Oversee company vehicle maintenance and cleanliness

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

Ability to design creative programs for persons at all levels of clinical and cognitive skill levels Experience leading fitness groups or working with senior fitness programs, preferred Sensitive to the needs and concerns of older adults Ability to schedule tasks effectively to meet strict deadlines and within allotted time Ability to maintain resident confidentiality to assure all rights are protected Computer proficiency: able to use a variety of programs including Word, Outlook, Publisher, and Excel Ability to read, write and communicate in English Ability to pass DSHS background check, required Experience managing employees, required Experience working with seniors, preferred

Education and Experience:

Bachelor's degree in Recreation or Therapeutic Recreation and/or CTRS, preferred or 1+ years of similar experience, required Valid WA State Driver License, required At the discretion of the Executive Director and if needed to meet the operational requirements of the community, able to obtain a Commercial Driver's License (CDL). Must be 25 years' old. Complete CDL Supervisor training as required for communities with CDL drivers within 30 days of hire Previous experience working with older adults or persons with cognitive impairments, preferred Complete 12 hours of Continuing Education Credits (CEUs) yearly (completed by birth date) Experience working with program design and development First Aid and CPR certified or able to obtain within 30 days of hire, required Food Handler's Certificate or able to obtain within 14 days of hire, required Washington State Alcohol Permit or able to obtain within 30 days of hire, required Complete Caregiver Dementia and Caregiver Mental Health training within 120 days of hire, required Must complete 70 hour course to earn a long term care aide certificate within 120 days of hire, required •Not required if worked in boarding home setting in 2011

About Era Living:

If you are passionate about improving the quality of life for older adults and exemplify a values based approach to your work, demonstrating integrity, credibility, consistency, strong team orientation, and outstanding communication, we welcome your application! Era Living was voted "2023/2024/2025

Winner:

Best in the Pacific Northwest - Senior Community" by the Seattle Times. #eraliving