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Oaks Senior Living is currently recruiting a kind hearted Care, experienced Lifestyle Director for our Memory Care neighborhood who has a passion for working with seniors. Our culture centers around a Person Centered Lifestyle with great core values and a dedication to enrich the lives of those we serve . Oaks Senior Living inspires team members to excel, rewards for excellence and creates a work environment where all are trusted and empowered with a sense of ownership. Extremely rewarding opportunity with growth potential!Position Summary:The Horizon's Community was designed and created with the goal of serving senior residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias in a residential setting. The Horizon's Director will be in charge of planning, coordinating, and implementing programs and activities that provide life-enriching activities for the Oaks Senior Living Horizon's residents. The Horizon's Director is a part of the management team of the facility.Qualifications:Experience in program and event planning for older adults with memory impairment preferred. A minimum of one year of experience working with residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias in a residential setting is required.Ability to interact and build relationships with older adults. Strong creativity and organizational skills. Supervisory experience in a healthcare or service industry preferred.Clean driving record and willingness to drive company vehicle and transport residents. Desire to work with older adults. Must be 18 years of age. Must have a satisfactory criminal history check.Must have physical exam by a licensed physician. Must have a negative drug screen.Must be able to react in an emergency situation.Primary Responsibilities:Oversee the implementation of the Horizon's Life Enrichment Program guidelines. Develop, plan and participate in the daily and weekly Horizon's Life Enrichment programming.Assess new residents and develop an individualized Life Enrichment Plan for each resident.Create a monthly activities calendar that reflects the varied interests of the residents and provides them with enriching opportunities. Coordinate all special events, including holiday events.Establish and maintain good relationships and communicate effectively with residents and their families.Strengthen local community involvement through promotion of volunteerism among members of the community. Encourage the residents' family members to volunteer and be part of the activities at the facility.Adhere to each Resident's Care Plan and notify the Wellness Director and the Executive Director of any changes in resident condition. Ensure that all systems for providing and tracking resident care are completed in accordance with the Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures. Assist with serving meals and supervise caregiver staff in the dining room. Ensure that the dining room is cleaned after each meal service.Maintain an adequate supply of equipment for regular activities, keeping within budgetary guidelines.Arrange transportation for regular and special outings.Carry out other duties as assigned by The Executive Director.Comply with Oaks Senior Living policies, training programs, and state and federal regulations.General ManagementProvide training and coaching to resident care employees in all aspects of the Memory Enhancement and Life Enrichment Program. Train caregivers to conduct activities and to encourage resident participation.Supervise the caregiver staff on duty in providing quality care and meeting the needs of residents in accordance with the Oaks Senior Living philosophy and policies. Assist in developing and maintaining a schedule for the caregiver staff that sufficiently meets the needs of residents and ensures proper staffing. Ensure required paperwork for providing resident care is completed and up-to-date.Review daily any and all communication tools used in providing resident care.Communicate residents' needs with caregiver staff at change of shift and with the Executive Director and Wellness Director as needed.Participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation.Lead by example, encourage teamwork, promote the Oaks Senior Living philosophy, and provide ongoing coaching to employees.Provide an "open door" to employees, addressing any concerns or grievances they may have.Respond to on-the-job injuries in accordance with Oaks Senior Living policies and procedures.Assist in the training of all resident care employees in accordance with the Oaks Senior Living policies, training programs, and state and federal regulationsPhysical Job RequirementsTo fulfill job requirements, employee must be able to perform key physical task for extended periods of time. Employees must adhere to proper body mechanics and safety measures when supporting or transferring residents. In a typical eight- hour day, employee will:Stand/walk up to eight hours a daySit up to two hours a dayFrequently support up to 70 pounds Occasionally lift/carry up to 15 poundsFrequently kneel, bend, and reachSecure proper assistance for transferring of residents as needed