Director of Lifestyles

Greenbrier Senior Living; Birmingham (AL); Hybrid; USD 65,000 - 68,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life insurance

Paid time off

Job summary

Greenbrier Senior Living in Birmingham, AL seeks a Director of Lifestyles to lead resident engagement, activities, and lifestyle programming across the community.

You will supervise the Lifestyles team, recruit volunteers, coordinate events, and ensure programs reflect resident needs, preferences, and levels of care.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or GED required; related field education is a plus.
• At least three years of professional experience in senior living, activities, recreation, hospitality, event planning, or similar.
• Leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate engaging programs for residents’ well-being.
• Create a diverse monthly calendar of activities, events, outings, and social programs.
• Lead Lifestyles team; recruit, train, schedule, supervise and evaluate staff.

Skills

Leadership

Event planning

Communication

Team management

Education

High school diploma or GED

Related field education (recreation, hospitality, senior living, healthcare)

Job description

3107 Timberlake Road
Vestavia Hills, AL35243

Greenbrier Senior Living

Director of Lifestyles

451 Liberty Pkwy
Birmingham, AL 35242

Salary: 65,000.00 - 68,000.00 USD / YEAR

Director of Lifestyles | Longleaf Liberty Park | $65,000-$68,000

Bring Energy, Creativity, and Meaningful Experiences to Senior Living

Longleaf Liberty Park is seeking an engaging, creative, and experienced Director of Lifestyles to lead our resident engagement, activities, and lifestyle programming.

This is a leadership role for someone who loves creating memorable experiences, building relationships, and helping residents stay active, connected, and involved. The Director of Lifestyles will oversee programming across the community while leading the Lifestyles team and helping make Longleaf Liberty Park a vibrant place to call home.

Salary: $65,000-$68,000 annually

What You Will Do

Plan, develop, promote, implement, and evaluate engaging programs that support the physical, social, emotional, intellectual, and spiritual well-being of our residents.

Create a diverse monthly calendar of activities, events, outings, entertainment, educational opportunities, and social programs.

Develop programming that reflects resident interests, abilities, preferences, and different levels of care within the community.

Build strong relationships with residents and actively seek their feedback and ideas for future programming.

Plan and coordinate special events, celebrations, holiday programming, and community-wide activities.

Develop, post, and maintain the monthly activities calendar and provide a timely and informative resident newsletter.

Recruit, train, schedule, supervise, and evaluate Lifestyles team members.

Recruit and coordinate volunteers and community partners to enhance resident programming.

Develop and manage the departmental budget, forecasts, staffing plans, and program expenses.

Ensure compliance with applicable state and federal regulations, professional standards, and community policies and procedures.

Oversee resident transportation services for activities, outings, appointments, and community needs.

Coordinate the maintenance and cleanliness of community-owned vehicles to ensure safe and dependable transportation.

Collaborate with other department leaders to support resident satisfaction, community events, and overall resident experience.

Perform other duties as assigned by the Executive Director.

Supervisory Responsibilities

The Director of Lifestyles reports directly to the Executive Director and is expected to independently lead the department, supervise assigned team members, manage programming and scheduling, and exercise sound judgment in day-to-day operations.

What We're Looking For

The ideal candidate will have:

High school diploma or equivalent (GED) required; additional education in recreation, hospitality, senior living, healthcare, or a related field is a plus.

At least three years of professional experience, preferably in senior living, activities, recreation, hospitality, event planning, or a similar environment.

Previous leadership or supervisory experience preferred.

Strong organizational and event-planning skills with the ability to manage multiple programs and priorities.

A creative, energetic, and resident-focused approach to programming.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to connect with residents, families, team members, volunteers, and community partners.

Ability to work a flexible schedule when needed to support special events, holidays, evenings, and weekend programming.

Ability to meet the physical requirements of the position, including standing, walking, bending, reaching, climbing stairs, and lifting up to 50 pounds unassisted.

Why Join Longleaf Liberty Park?

Competitive salary of $65,000-$68,000

Medical, dental, vision, life insurance, and additional benefits

Generous Paid Time Off (PTO) and Holiday Pay programs

Leadership opportunity with the ability to make a visible impact on resident life

Excellent growth and advancement opportunities

Supportive, team-oriented work environment

The opportunity to create experiences residents genuinely look forward to

Hired candidates will be required to successfully complete a criminal background check, valid reference checks, pre-employment drug screening, physical, and proof of employment eligibility.

EOE

Equal Opportunity Employer, including disabled and veterans.