Manager Garden Apts/Oaks Respite Program

Willis Knighton Health; Louisiana (MO); On-site; USD 38,000 - 46,000; Full time

Job summary

Oaks of LA in Shreveport, LA is seeking an Activities/Volunteer Coordinator to plan, develop, and evaluate engaging resident programs in the IL living area. The role requires coordinating with staff and volunteers to ensure safety, relevance, and attendance.

You will manage a volunteer pool, liaise with the Relocation Coordinator, arrange guest speakers, and monitor monthly billing-related tasks while maintaining respectful, compassionate care for residents.

Qualifications

• Ability to communicate tactfully with residents, family, staff and visitors.
• Team orientated with commitment to quality care/services.
• Willingness to work some holidays and weekends.
• Flexible hours and duties as needed.
• Read, write and communicate effectively in English.
• Ability to interact with elderly residents courteously and compassionately.
• Maintain residents' rights and privacy with integrity.
• Strong written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Coordinate with IL Director to review and evaluate resident programs.
• Maintain and coordinate a volunteer resource pool.
• Coordinate with Relocation Coordinator for turnover and space use.
• Coordinate with IL Director and Activities to arrange guest speakers and follow up.
• Review monthly GA statements and report errors to billing.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Flexibility

Reading/Writing

English Proficiency

Organizational Skills

Time Management

Professionalism

Job description

Oaks of LA

Shreveport, LA

Non-Medical

Full-Time, Day

Posted 09/11/2026

Req # 10940

The purpose of this position is to plan, develop, organize, implement and evaluate the programs delivered to residents in the IL areas of The Oaks of LA Adult Residential Community. This also involves coordination with volunteer activities. It also involves assuring the safety, security and well-being of its residents.

Responsibilities

• Coordinates with The Independent Living Director to continuously review and evaluate existing and upcoming resident programs offered at the Garden Apartments, focusing on needs being met, effectiveness, age and culture appropriateness, and attendance for Garden Apartment residents.
• Maintains and coordinates a volunteer resource pool for the Garden Apartments.
• Coordinates with the Relocation Coordinator as it pertains to the orderly turnover of Garden Apartments and assumes responsibility for the use of the apartments, surrounding grounds and communal areas.
• Coordinates with IL Director and Activities personnel to ensure that all guest speakers are contacted in advance, confirming attendance for scheduled programs and follow-up within 48–72 hours with a handwritten thank-you note.
• Reviews GA monthly statements and reports errors to the billing coordinator.

Qualifications

• Possess ability to communicate tactfully with personnel, residents, family members, visitors, staff, and public.
• Demonstrates respect and willingness to work as a team to provide quality care/services to residents.
• Is willing to work some holidays and weekends as necessary.
• Must be flexible regarding hours and duties to be performed.
• Must be able to read, write, follow written and oral instructions and communicate effectively in English.
• Must be able to work with the elderly in a courteous and friendly manner, demonstrating patience and compassion.
• Must be able to always perform duties with consideration to residents’ rights and demonstrate integrity and discretion in the care of residents and in handling their health information.
• Must possess excellent written/verbal communication and interpersonal skills.
• Must have strong organizational and time management skills.
• Must be polished and professional.