Active Living Director - Northbrook

Koelsch Communities; Northbrook (IL); On-site; USD 40,000 - 41,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident

Job summary

Koelsch Communities Northbrook Inn is seeking an Active Living Director to lead engaging resident programs. You will design, plan, and provide entertainment and activities that enrich daily life for residents, collaborating with families and staff.

This full-time role runs Monday through Friday, 9am–5pm, with competitive hourly pay between $29 and $30 based on experience. Growth opportunities exist within the organization.

Qualifications

• Must possess upbeat, positive personality and congeniality with residents and staff.
• Strong organizational skills and ability to meet deadlines.
• Detail-oriented and capable of teamwork.
• Current, clean driver’s license is required.
• Must attend in-services/workshops to maintain skills.

Responsibilities

• Plan and conduct activities for a diverse group of residents with varying abilities.
• Maintain a clean, organized activity environment.
• Engage all residents in activity programming and personal programs.
• Lead daily exercises and supervise personalized programs in crafts and hobbies.
• Develop events for birthdays, holidays, and other observances.
• Coordinate instructors, entertainers, and community partners.
• Order and maintain department equipment and supplies.
• Participate in health fairs or marketing presentations when requested.

Skills

Upbeat personality

Organizational skills

Detail-oriented

Teamwork

Driver's license

Willingness to attend trainings

Drug-free with UA testing

Background check ready

Job description

We are seeking a passionate and engaging Active Living Director to join our Active Living Department at Northbrook Inn!

Full-time opportunity! MON - FRI, 9AM - 5PM.

Earn between $29 and $30/hour, dependent on experience!

Leadership opportunity!

BENEFITS

• Health, Dental, Vision, Life, Accident, and other insurances
• Employer HSA Contributions
• Earn $500 through our referral program
• Paid Vacation, Sick Leave, and Holidays
• Opportunity for growth within the organization
• Achievement Awards
• Complimentary meal during scheduled shift

Who you are:

You enjoy entertaining. This role works closely with residents and families to assess interests and needs of the residents. You’ll get to design, plan, and provide entertainment, special events, and other activities which enrich the lives of residents!

What you'll do:

• Plan and conduct activities with a large group of varying abilities and interests, both physical and cognitive.
• Maintain a clean and organized environment.
• Involve all residents in some activity programming.
• Conduct daily exercises at recommended times.
• Work Individually with residents to provide personalized programs in crafts, recreation, and hobbies.
• Evaluate program content quarterly to determine areas where improvement can be made. Confer with Executive Director on areas of change.
• Plan and conduct special events to celebrate residents' birthdays, anniversaries, holidays, and other special observances.
• Develop and maintain a resource file of instructors, entertainers, community liaisons, tours, cultural events, sporting events, etc.
• Order and maintain all department equipment and supplies.
• Participate in health fairs or marketing presentations upon request.
• Create and upkeep of bio boards.
• Other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Must possess an upbeat, positive, flexible, and enthusiastic personality and be congenial with fellow employees, residents, and the public at large.
• Must have strong organizational skills, as well as the ability to prioritize and meet deadlines.
• Must be detail and team work oriented.
• Current and unencumbered driver’s license.
• Must attend required in-services/ workshops to further education of skills and community requirements.
• Must be drug free and submit to Urinary Analysis Drug screening upon hire and routinely.
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check upon hire and as requested by state regulations.
• The employee shall be responsible for maintaining the integrity of Koelsch Communities.

ABOUT KOESLCH COMMUNITIES

We are third-generation, family-owned, and operated. Koelsch Communities operates nearly 40 communities in eight states, with multiple new communities in development. Koelsch has led the Senior Living industry for over 65 years, delivering world-class customer service, home craftsmanship, and unprecedented amenities. Koelsch Communities strives to provide a positive, rewarding, and enjoyable environment to all of its employees and residents. After all, the common purpose at Koelsch Communities is: To create happiness by providing the finest living experiences anywhere.

Koelsch Communities is an equal opportunity employer and these protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions/demotions, training, and any other career development programs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status (physical or mental), family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation or any other non-merit-based factors.

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Koelsch Communities is an equal opportunity employer and these protections extend to all management practices and decisions, including recruitment and hiring, appraisal systems, promotions/demotions, training, and any other career development programs. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, protected veteran status, disability status (physical or mental), family medical history, genetic information, political affiliation or any other non-merit-based factors.