Director Entertainment & Programming

West Chester Assisted Living & Memory Care; Olde West Chester (OH); On-site; USD 70,000 - 95,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

401(k)

Paid time off

Holiday pay

Daily Pay

Perk Spot discounts

Job summary

Spectrum Retirement Communities 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 vibrant programming team, and build partnerships with external organizations to enhance the community experience.

You will shape a creative, strategic program calendar that addresses physical, social, emotional and cognitive well-being, while mentoring staff and driving resident satisfaction

Qualifications

• Experience planning/implementing activities, events and leading groups.
• Must be 21+ with a minimum of 3 years of licensed driving experience.
• Valid driver's license and clean MVR (state variations apply).
• Knowledge of aging and disability issues is a bonus.
• Experience supervising/directing the work of others preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide strategic direction for age-appropriate, elevated programming addressing residents' needs.
• Determine resident preferences, track participation and adjust events accordingly.
• Stay current on aging trends to enhance programming.
• Develop signature programming and events to improve living experience.
• Encourage resident engagement through positive relationships and interactions.

Skills

Event planning

Team supervision

Strategic planning

Community engagement

Driving experience

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.

In this position, your main responsibilities will include:

• 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

• 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 experience.
• 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), paid time off, holiday pay, Daily 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.

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