Activities Director

Senior Living Active Living Program Director

Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities, a privately-owned family company with a proud history of success, is currently hiring an Active Living Program Director at Eagleview Landing in Exton, Pennsylvania.

If you want a career with kindness and are a team-focused individual with a deep commitment to customer service, please start the online application process to become part of the Merrill family!

We offer our employees:

• Highly competitive pay!
• Benefits that include medical, dental, vision, 401(k) with generous company match, vacation & sick time, holidays, and more!
• A free daily meal!
• A stable career with a long-term company committed to our team members for 30 years.
• A rapidly growing company with opportunities for advancement!
  
  
  

Our Active Living Program Directors are responsible for:

Provide a high level of customer service to residents and Team Members by achieving the standards outlined in the MG CARES program.

Develop Activities:

• Plans, coordinates, and participates in a variety of social events/outings to provide a vibrant and active community life to residents.
• Determines resident programming preferences, talents, and needs through new resident orientation, informal feedback sessions, resident council meetings, discussions with family members, and on-going dialogue.
• Engages residents, families, and the external community in activities and volunteer opportunities that promote socialization, expand personal interests, increase physical activity, and continue education.
• Aligns with external organizations, family members, and educational institutions to establish synergistic partnerships for the delivery of quality programs and volunteerism.
• Tracks resident activity participation and adjusts calendar events accordingly.
• Stays abreast of active aging and generational trends to enhance the community program; creates and shares relevant best practices with both community staff and other Active Living Directors.
• Develops community communications such as activities calendars, for residents, families, and prospective residents.
• Assists the Lifestyle Program Manager in Seattle in maintaining, updating and creating new resources and tools for the Lifestyle Department.
• Transports and/or accompanies residents to and from outside activities, shopping trips, and appointments in community vehicle.
• Sets up and cleans up after activities.
• Acknowledge residents’ special days. Arranges and coordinates diverse holiday celebrations.
• Select and manage outside vendors, including entertainers, caterers, etc.
• Marketing
• Conducts tours of the community when necessary.
• Assists the Community Relations Director in planning events that encourage prospective residents to participate in community activities.
• Liaisons between senior centers, churches, and the community.
• Supervises Active Living Assistant and/or volunteers.
• Manages monthly budget for activity supplies, entertainment, food, etc., and staffing as appropriate.
• Works with other department heads in planning and conducting orientation and in-service training.
• Participates in all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.
• Orders and manages supplies for all activities.
• Takes responsibility for vehicle inspections, as needed.
• Other duties as assigned.
  
  

If you are someone with:

• High School diploma required; college degree or equivalent preferred.Experience:
• Three years related experience, training, or equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Three years of social activity leadership preferred.
• Senior living experience preferred.
• Must be able to effectively communicate in written and spoken English.
• Must be a respectful and reliable team player.
• Must be able to work independently.
• Must enjoy working with seniors and have a positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy.
• Must have working knowledge of basic computer and software including MS Office.
• Must be at least 25 years of age.
• Consistent and punctual attendance.
• Criminal record clearance prior to presence in the community.
• Must meet all health requirements (including TB) and pass drug/alcohol and background checks.
• Driving record in good standing and must be able to obtain a Commercial Driver’s License (if applicable) within 90 days from date of hire.
• Must be able to obtain First Aid and CPR certification within 30 days of hire where required by state
• This position may require flexible scheduling to meet Activity Department needs in and out of the community to assure proper coverage.
• Must be able to work evenings and weekends as necessary.
  
  
  

Consider applying to become an Active Living Program Director with the Merrill Family of Senior Living Communities!

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Our mission is to provide an inspiring environment for our residents, families, and team members where every life is defined by the possibilities.

Merrill Gardens is an Equal Opportunity Employer