Resident Programs Director

About the position

The Resident Programs Director is responsible for planning, supervising, and monitoring the 'Sweet Memories' and Assisted Living Activity programs to meet the specific needs of residents. This role ensures that residents remain engaged, healthy, and active, while also assisting the Resident Care Director in maintaining their physical and emotional health. The position involves designing creative activity programs, managing day-to-day operations, and collaborating with staff and families to enhance the quality of life for residents.

Responsibilities

• Designs a creative activity program based on company standards to meet the individual needs and interests of the residents.
• Plans a seven-day per week activity calendar that promotes resident participation in a structured environment, including one-to-one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting.
• Works closely with the Resident Care Director on a daily basis to better serve residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Monitors the day-to-day operation of the Sweet Memories Neighborhood, including resident ADLs, meals, cleanliness, delivering activities, and documentation.
• Follows state-mandated Assisted Living Facility regulations.
• Participates in the delivery of CSL Signature Service Programs to Sweet Memories and Assisted Living residents.
• Assists in the completion and updating of UAIs, ISPs, and other assessments specific to the Sweet Memories Program.
• Participates in Care Plan meetings and family meetings.
• Communicates with families regarding residents' involvement in the activity program.
• Assists in training and teaching staff for the Sweet Memories Neighborhood and Assisted Living activity programs.
• Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on the importance of activity programs and quality of life for residents.
• Participates in resident move-in processes in the Sweet Memories neighborhood and Assisted Living.
• Assists in touring and customer contact to maintain desired occupancy.
• Participates in coordinating special events at the community, including family nights and open houses.
• Manages the volunteer program, including training and supervising volunteers.
• Manages transportation for outings and medical transportation as needed.
• Provides weekend coverage as assigned.
• Performs any job in the facility upon request by the Executive Director.
• Directly supervises Program Assistants or Activity Assistants, including interviewing, planning, assigning, directing work, appraising performance, and resolving problems.

Requirements

• Two years' college in a health care field or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
• One to two years' full-time work experience in an activities program in an adult care setting or similarly related experience with specialized memory care programs within the last five years.
• CPR and First Aid certification are required.
• Universal Assessment Instrument & Individual Service Plan certificates or willingness to obtain.
• Thorough knowledge of social and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Willingness to perform non-professional duties.
• Ability to work effectively with technology and maintain the SMILE family engagement/calendar creator platform.
• Acceptable driving record that allows the driver to be insured on the company insurance.