Director Entertainment & Programming

Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC; Grantwood Village (MO); On-site; USD 70,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

PerkSpot discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities, LLC is seeking a Director of Entertainment & Programming to lead the development and execution of engaging activities for residents. You will coordinate with departments, manage a talented programming team, and build partnerships with external organizations to enrich community life.

The role focuses on strategic planning, creative program design, and driving resident satisfaction through community involvement.

Qualifications

• Experience planning/implementing activities and events is preferred.
• Experience supervising/directing others is preferred.
• Must be 21+ years old and have at least 3 years of licensed driving.
• Must have a valid state Driver’s License and Clean MVR.
• Knowledge of aging and disability issues is a bonus.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for adult-centric programming addressing resident well-being.
• Determine resident needs and adjust calendars; track participation and evaluate programs.
• Stay updated on active aging trends to enhance programming.
• Develop signature programming and events to improve living experience.
• Encourage resident engagement through positive relationships and personalized interaction.

Skills

Event planning

Staff supervision

Community programming

Job description

At Spectrum Retirement Communities we believe in living without limits, in aging fearlessly, and in sharing great stories. The Spectrum Story is full of compassion, hard work, and fun. If the chapters of your life story include caring for others and a dedicated work ethic, then we need you!

Job Description

The Director of Entertainment & Programming is responsible for overseeing the development and execution of a diverse range of engaging activities and events tailored to meet the needs and preferences of residents. This role involves coordinating with various departments to ensure programs are well-integrated into the overall community experience, managing a vibrant team of programming professionals, and fostering partnerships with external organizations. The ideal candidate will bring creativity and strategic planning skills to design innovative programs that enhance resident satisfaction and promote community involvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:

• Provides strategic direction for the community to provide adult-centric, relevant, elevated and purposeful programming that addresses the Physical, Social, Spiritual, Emotional, Cognitive and Leisure needs of our residents.
• Determines resident programming preferences, talents and needs. Tracks resident participation and adjusts calendar events accordingly. Evaluates programs to make sure the quality and content of programs fits the needs of all residents.
• Stays up to date of active aging and generational trends in order to enhance the community programming department.
• Develops signature programming & events to enhance the residents living experience.
• Influences and encourages residents to engage in programming using positive relationships and personalized interactions.

Qualifications

Requirements:

• Experience, planning/implementing activities, events, and organizing groups preferred, but not required.
• Must be 21 years of age and have a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving.
• Must have a valid state Driver’s License (Class E Chauffer's License is required in some states) and Clean Motor Vehicle Record (MVR).
• Knowledge of aging and disability issues a bonus.
• Experience supervising/directing the work of others preferred.

Additional Information

If you join Spectrum as a full-time team member, your story will include eligibility for medical insurance, dental insurance, vision insurance, life insurance, and other voluntary insurance options. All part-time and full-time team members are eligible to participate in our 401(k), for paid time off, holiday pay, and discounts through Perk Spot.

Spectrum Retirement Communities strongly encourage all team members to be fully vaccinated against COVID-19, however, the vaccine is not a requirement to work with us.

Spectrum Retirement, LLC and all affiliates are Equal Opportunity Employers. We do not discriminate against employees or applicants on the basis of race, color, national origin, gender, sex, sexual orientation, pregnancy, gender identity or expression, disability, religion, age, genetic information, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.

Spectrum Retirement, LLC also participates in the E-verify program through the Department of Homeland Security and the Social Security Administration.