Manager Resident Activities LTC

Develops and implements an organization's programs. Assesses needs and ensures that program objectives are met. Coordinate activities of program committees and/or other groups to plan procedures.

MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES

• Plan and implement activities in the following categories: physical (exercise), social, recreational, intellectual/educational, creative, entertainment, religious, service/volunteering and special requests of the residents.
• Organize and facilitate a committee of residents and community members to work on issues of planning for activities and volunteer needs.
• Facilitate socialization among residents.
• Invite and/or remind residents to participate in planned activities.
• Promote activities in a way that piques residents' interest.
• Chaperone activities outside the facility.
• Conduct/Lead activities as needed.
• Train, support and instruct other staff members to conduct activities.
• Complete the activity assessment in collaboration with Resident Services Coordinator for each resident within one week after move-in. Update annually.
• Provide input for the resident assistance plan and volunteer plan.
• Plan, coordinate and help implement decoration of the facility for special events, seasons and holidays.
• Identify and requisition needed supplies for planned activities.
• Coordinate with the kitchen food needs for scheduled activities.
• Assist with planning and implementing marketing events that promote the facility to potential residents.
• Assist in the development of a newsletter.
• Maintain a schedule for the company vehicle.
• Maintain a schedule for use of the common areas.
• Arrange transportation for activity outings and regularly scheduled group trips.
• Drive the company vehicle for resident activities and appointments, if necessary.
• Identify areas within the facility or activity program that could benefit from the support of volunteers.
• Identify and contact local organizations that could benefit from the talents of residents.
• Develop policies and procedures for utilization of volunteers.
• Maintain a list of volunteer positions needed.
• Write position descriptions for identified positions.
• Recruit specific volunteers to meet facility needs.
• Recruit resident volunteers to meet the needs of the facility and other organizations in the community.
• Train and supervise volunteers.
• Establish and carry out a regular resident/community volunteer recognition program.
• Accept on-call responsibilities as assigned by supervisor.
• Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure operation of the program to meet the residents' needs.
• Oversees entire facility.

• High School Diploma or Equivalent.
• Experience in activity planning with older adults preferred
• Experience and interest in working with older adults
• Experience in volunteering
• Evidence of creativity
• Demonstrated organizational skills
• Mature, pleasant, friendly and cheerful personality
• Clean driving record (verified by MVR) and willingness to drive company vehicle to transport residents