Why Should You Join Us at Bridge Senior Living?
If you are looking for a work-family on a mission to provide the best care to the seniors in our community - we are the right place for you! Bridge Senior Living is the premium brand in Senior Living with 26 communities across 19 states. We have been enriching the lives of seniors for more than 15 years, and we are looking for a Director of Health Services that share our values: Show Love, Serve with Purpose, and Exceed Expectations
Here is what you'll get in return:
- Competitive pay
- Excellent Benefits
- Multiple bonus opportunities
- Continued education and training to advance your career
- The friendliest leaders and teammates to help you along the way
Bridge Senior Living is an equal opportunity employer. We are united by our pillars to Show Love, Exceed Expectations and Serve with Purpose. We celebrate diversity and are committed to creating an inclusive environment for all associates
POSITION SUMMARY
The Lifestyles Assistant is responsible for planning, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating a program of therapeutic recreational activities for the Independent and Assisted living Residents. The Lifestyles Assistant shall establish, promote, and support programs fostering enjoyment and the basic concepts of wellness, to maintain Residents at their maximum potential level of functioning. The program shall maintain a balance of program activities that facilitate physical and mental stimulation including education, fitness, creative and performing arts, and crafts.
ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES
- Support mission, vision, and goals of the organization, upholding and promoting company culture and vision
- Plan, implement, coordinate, and evaluate programs of therapeutic recreational activities (including evening and weekend activities) for Independent and Assisted Living Residents. Ensure programming meets minimum requirements under regulations governing relevant Senior Living communities
- Consult with other departments in implementing appropriate activities relating to the physical, emotional and Lifestyle needs of Independent and Assisted Living Residents
- Assist in coordinating transportation and accompany Residents on outings as scheduled
- Develop and post a monthly schedule of Resident activities by the first day of the month. Maintain a record of activities for twelve calendar months at all times. Make records available to regulatory agencies upon request
- Assist with the volunteer program to meet the program needs of Independent and Assisted Living Residents
- Monitor and maintain budgetary records for department, as assigned
- Coordinate with other staff members relating to scheduling of events and use of the community
- Assist in preparation of monthly Community newsletter. Assist with planning, organizing, and functioning of various Resident committees
- Perform other duties as assigned. Attend in-services and staff meetings
- Obtain and demonstrate knowledge of the Discover Your Spark Lifestyle and Wellness philosophy and its inherent core values. Support and participate in Discover Your Spark (e.g. assist with feedback groups, assist in new initiatives, encourage Residents and act as champions of fun)
- Continue to develop job related knowledge, skills and abilities by participating in continuing educational opportunities for personal growth and development
QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS
- High school diploma or equivalent (GED)
- Prefer Certified Activity Professional or equivalent
- At least 3 years of progressively responsible work experience in the senior living industry or related field