Resident Programs Director, Activities

Commonwealth Senior Living; Charlottesville (VA); On-site; USD 42,000 - 52,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, dental, and vision insurance

Company-paid life insurance

Short-term and long-term disability

401(k) retirement plan

Paid time off

Employee assistance program

Voluntary benefits

Job summary

Commonwealth Senior Living is seeking a Resident Programs Director in Charlottesville, VA to design and manage the Sweet Memories activity program for memory care and Assisted Living residents. You will plan a seven‑day activity calendar, coordinate with the Resident Care Director, and ensure high engagement and quality of life for residents.

You will lead staff, train volunteers, and oversee program operations, including UAIs/ISPs, training, and family communications.

Qualifications

• Two years of college in a health care field or as an activities professional with accrediting body.
• 1–2 years of full-time experience in activities program in adult care or memory care.
• CPR and First Aid certification required.
• UAIs/ISPs certificates or willingness to obtain.
• Knowledge of social and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to work with minimal supervision and follow instructions.
• Willing to perform non-professional duties.
• Ability to use technology and maintain SMILE platform calendar.
• Valid driver’s license and insurability on company insurance.

Responsibilities

• Designs a creative activity program based on company standards to meet resident needs and interests.
• Plans seven-day activity calendar and provides one-to-one programming.
• Work daily with Resident Care Director to serve residents, families, visitors, and staff.
• Monitor day-to-day operation of the Sweet Memories Neighborhood, including ADLs and meals.
• Follow state regulations for Assisted Living facilities.
• Participate in CSL Signature Service Programs for SweetMemories and Assisted Living residents.
• Assist in completing and updating UAIs and ISPs for the Sweet Memories Program.
• Participate in Care Plan and family meetings.
• Communicate with families about resident involvement in activities.
• Assist in training staff for Sweet Memories Neighborhood and Assisted Living activities.
• Guide staff on importance of activity programs for residents’ quality of life.
• Participate in move-ins, tours, and occupancy maintenance.
• Coordinate special events (family nights, open houses).
• Manage volunteer program and scheduling.
• Arrange transportation for outings and medical trips.
• Weekend coverage as needed.
• Be able to perform any job in the facility upon instruction from the Executive Director.
• Supervise Program Assistants and Activity Assistants; interview, plan, assign, and evaluate.

Skills

CPR & First Aid

Resident engagement

Technology proficiency (SMILE platform

Resident needs awareness

Effective communication

Education

Two years college in health care field

Activities program experience (accredited)

Job description

Pay Range: $42,000-$52,000 Check this out! Wednesdays just got a whole lot more exciting because we're bringing you Walk-In-Wednesday! Stop by our community to explore the many new and exciting, in-demand careers with representatives from each department in one location. When: Every Wednesday from 10am-12pm Location: 1550 Pantops Mountain Plc. Charlottesville, VA The Resident Programs Director plans, supervises and monitors the “Sweet Memories” and Assisted Living Activity programs to meet the specific needs of each and all residents in order to ensure the residents remain as engaged, healthy and as active as possible. Assists the Resident Care Director in maintaining the physical and emotional health of the resident. The Resident Programs Director is responsible for the activities program in the memory care neighborhood and assisted living. Job Requirements

• Two years’ college in a heath care field or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body.
• One to Two years’ full-time work experience, within the last five years, in an activities program in an adult care setting, or similarly related experience with specialized memory care programs.
• CPR and First Aid certification are required.
• Universal Assessment Instrument & Individual Service Plan certificates or willingness to obtain
• Must have a thorough knowledge of, social and psychological needs of residents.
• Ability to work without close supervision and to follow verbal and written instructions.
• Must be willing to perform non-professional duties.
• Must have the ability to work effectively with technology and maintain or assist in maintaining our SMILE family engagement/calendar creator platform
• Must have an acceptable driving record that allows driver to be insured on the company insurance

Areas of Primary Responsibility

• Designs a creative activity program based on company standards to meet the individual needs and interests of the residents. Plans seven-day per week activity calendar (s) that promotes resident participation in a structured environment; includes one to one programming for residents who cannot participate in a group setting.
• Work closely with the Resident Care Director on a daily basis to better serve the residents, family, visitors and staff in the community.
• Monitors the day-to-day operation of the Sweet Memories Neighborhood, i.e.resident ADLs, meals, cleanliness of the neighborhood, delivering of activities, charting and documentation assigned.
• Follow state-mandated Assisted Living Facility regulations.
• Participate in the delivery our CSL Signature Service Programs to SweetMemories and Assisted Living residents.
• Assist and provide input in the completion and updating of UAIs, ISPs, and other assessments specific to the Sweet Memories Program
• Participate in Care Plan meetings and family meetings.
• Communicates to families regarding resident’s involvement in activity program.
• Assist as needed in the training and teaching of staff for the Sweet Memories Neighborhood and Assisted Living activity programs.
• Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on the importance of activity programs and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents.
• Participate in resident move-in processes in the “SweetMemories” neighborhood and Assisted Living.
• Assists in touring and customer contact to maintain desired occupancy.
• Participates in coordinating special events at the community to include family nights and open houses
• Manages volunteer program, including training and supervising volunteers.
• Manages transportation for outings and medical transportation as needed.
• Weekend coverage as assigned
• Be able to do any job in the facility upon request by the Executive Director
• Directly supervises any Program Assistants or Activity Assistants in all duties and responsibilities to include interviewing, planning and, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; addressing complaints and resolving problems.
• Valid driver’s license (required driver)
• Other duties as assigned

Culture Ambassador

• Models the core values of the company:
• We Care About People
• We Do the Right Thing
• We are Passionate, Have Fun, and Celebrate Success
• We Speak Up! It’s Our Responsibility
• We Take Ownership and Add Value
• We are Respectful

Full-time associates are eligible for a comprehensive benefits package, which may include:

• Medical, dental, and vision insurance
• Company-paid life insurance
• Short-term and long-term disability options
• 401(k) retirement savings plan
• Paid time off
• Employee assistance program
• Additional voluntary benefits
• Ensures all personnel exemplify the core values of the company at all times.
• Create and drive the sales culture.

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