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Company:  Westmont Living
Categories:  Assisted Living (ALF)
Job Role:  Activities Associate / Activities Director
Job Type:  Full Time
Experience Required:  1 year
Country:  United States
Region/Province:  California (CA)
City:  Brentwood
Postal/Zip Code:  94513
Job Description: 

All Lifestyle Directors of Westmont Living communities are key team members, maintaining full accountability for fulfillment of the mission of Westmont Living at their respective communities. The Lifestyle Director is responsible for promoting “Live Your Way ®” activity program, in which all three components of health and wellness are addressed, physical exercise/activity, brain fitness/lifelong learning and social events/spirituality.

Position Requirements

 Must be at least 18 years of age.

 Have current criminal record clearance prior to initial presence in the community.

 Able to communicate written and orally in English.

 Passed post offer health physical, TB test and drug screen.

 High School diploma or equivalent.

 Current First Aid certification.

 Have one year experience in conducting group activities and events.

 Current Class B drivers license if required

 Activity Director Certification preferred.

 Must have strong organizational skills including ability to follow-up, detail-oriented, ability to multi-task.

 Must be able to push/pull up to 40 lbs, lift up to 35 lbs.

Core Responsibilities:

This position provides for a high level of customer service to residents, team members and professionals. This is accomplished through promoting Westmont Living’s Service Promise and Service Standards. This position is responsible for planning, directing, organizing, conducting and evaluating events and planned Lifestyle services to promote rich living experiences for and to meet the varied needs and interests of residents living within the community.

Resident Satisfaction

 Events and Activities shall promote and address the outcomes of “Successful Aging” philosophy to include physical and mental stimulation, spiritual needs, social engagement and lifelong learning.

 Encourage resident participation to develop and maintain residents’ fullest potential through planned activities

 Interview new and existing residents to find their interests. Document and develop programs that appeal to all residents.

 Educate residents through classes or guest speakers in such subjects as travel, health, current events, and other self-help topics

 Arrange for religious services in the community and/or coordinate transportation

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 Coordinate weekly schedules for outings to doctors, banking and shopping

 Coordinate and conduct outside activities including scenic drives, luncheon and dinner outings, performing arts and cultural exhibits, etc.

 Offer physical exercise activities and group exercise programs designed to improve strength, balance and flexibility.

 Offer activities designed to maintain brain fitness including reading, cards/games, puzzles, Wii, and other mind-challenging games.

 Help to coordinate community special events open to families and friends

 Provide transportation for residents as needed.

Administration

 Develop and publish a monthly activities calendar and newsletter.

 Supervise, manage, train, coach and counsel the lifestyle team.

 Manage and monitor department budget.

 Plans, directs and coordinates volunteer program. Develop and train a network of community and resident volunteers to assist in planning and preparation for activities and events.

 Routinely analyzes effectiveness and customer satisfaction of events and activities provided to ensure the activities are meeting the needs of the residents.

 Attend resident council meeting (if invited by residents), document and provide follow up to issues and concerns.

Service Standards

 Safety – The safety of team members and residents is the primary concern.

 Friendliness - We treat everyone with respect and courtesy. We show genuine, unconditional compassion.

 Setting - We create a welcoming, home-like environment.

 Efficiency -We are all responsible for making our retirement community better for all our team members and residents.

01/18/2012

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