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Cogir Senior Living · 11 hours ago

Activity Director

Cogir Senior Living, based in Scottsdale, Arizona, proudly oversees a network of senior living communities. The Resident Lifestyle Director (Activity Director) is responsible for providing life-enrichment activities that support the well-being of residents, including planning and coordinating activities and managing staff.

Assisted LivingFitnessHealth CareRetirement

Responsibilities

Direct oversight of all life-enrichment activities, outings, and programs centered around the residents' needs within and outside the community
Create and lead arts, crafts, music, drama, educational, and exercise activities
Using your creativity and photography skills, prepare a monthly newsletter, calendar of activities, and monthly activity meetings
Hire, train, and supervise Resident Lifestyle Assistants, Coordinators, and Drivers
Recruit, train, and supervise volunteers when appropriate
Enthusiastically encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements
Obtain necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage
Work with Marketing to assist with planning marketing events to promote the community
Participate with the Executive Director in developing a budget for the department
Foster family and community support of the activity program (e.g., through newsletters, networking, and activities that bring family or community members into the facility)
Contribute to the community's efforts to maintain and/or improve the quality of care through participation
Coordinate the transportation of residents to and from events outside of the community, which may include driving a company vehicle

Qualification

Life-enrichment activitiesEvent planningLeadership experienceDementia careComputer systems knowledgeOrganizational skillsCommunication skillsCreativityEmpathyPatienceMotivation

Required

A High School degree is required
At least three (3) years of experience in designing and leading life-enrichment activities for seniors in Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and/or Memory Care (MC) settings is required
Creativity, empathy, patience, and passion for helping others
Excellent organizational and communication skills and ability to motivate
Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel, Word, and Canva
Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings

Preferred

An associate degree or higher in gerontology, business, human services, or a related field is preferred
At least one (1) year of leadership experience in senior living, hospitality, or healthcare management in a supervisory role is preferred
Training or at least 1 year in dementia care is a plus (for memory care communities)
Previous event planning experience is strongly preferred

Benefits

Health, Dental, Vision, and Life Insurance.
401K with company match.
Paid Vacation, Holidays, and Sick Leave.
Employee Assistance Program,
Generous Employee Referral Program and more.

Company

Cogir Senior Living

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Cogir Senior Living offers assisted living and independent living services for seniors.