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Job Description

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 excellence, and creates a work environment where all are trusted and empowered with a sense of ownership. This is an extremely rewarding opportunity with growth potential!

Position Summary:

The Horizon's Community was designed to serve senior residents with Alzheimer's and other dementias in a residential setting. The Horizon's Director will plan, coordinate, and implement programs and activities that provide life-enriching experiences for 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.
• 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.
• Clean driving record and willingness to drive the company vehicle and transport residents.
• Desire to work with older adults.
• Must be 18 years or older. Must have a satisfactory criminal history check.
• Must have a 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 daily and weekly programming.
• Assess new residents and develop individualized Life Enrichment Plans.
• Create a monthly activities calendar reflecting residents' interests and providing enriching opportunities. Coordinate all special events, including holidays.
• Establish and maintain good relationships and communicate effectively with residents and their families.
• Strengthen community involvement through volunteer promotion among community members. Encourage residents' family members to volunteer and participate in activities.
• Adhere to each resident's Care Plan and notify relevant staff of any changes in condition.
• Ensure all systems for providing and tracking care are completed per Oaks policies and procedures.
• Assist with serving meals and supervise caregiver staff in the dining room. Ensure the dining area is cleaned after each meal.
• Maintain supplies for activities within budget guidelines.
• Arrange transportation for outings.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.
• Comply with policies, training, and regulations.

General Management:

• Train and coach care employees in Memory Enhancement and Life Enrichment Programs.
• Supervise caregiver staff to ensure quality care and adherence to philosophy and policies.
• Develop staffing schedules to meet residents' needs.
• Ensure care documentation is current.
• Review communication tools used in care daily.
• Communicate residents' needs during shift changes and with leadership as needed.
• Participate in the Manager-on-Duty rotation.
• Lead by example, promote teamwork, and provide ongoing coaching.
• Maintain an open-door policy for staff concerns.
• Respond to injuries according to policies.
• Assist in training care employees per regulations.

Physical Job Requirements:

Employees must perform key physical tasks for extended periods. Proper body mechanics and safety measures are essential when supporting or transferring residents. In an eight-hour day, employees will: