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Life Enrichment (Programming) Director

Monarch Communities®

The Role

Overview

Develops and manages resident activity and engagement programs

Key Responsibilities

  • program design
  • budget management
  • calendar creation
  • resident profiles
  • vehicle operation
  • training development

Tasks

-Assists with the development and provision of training and orientation programs for volunteers -Seeks partnerships with local organizations to engage in programming at the community -Assumes the responsibility for the design and development of recreation and activity programs to meet the assessed needs, interests, and capabilities of the Residents in the community -Responsible for creating and maintaining a monthly budget -Coordinates programs with other departments in the community and interfaces with all personnel as appropriate -Creates a monthly social program calendar, has the calendars printed, and distributes them to community personnel and residents -Creates resident histories and profiles with family involvement. Summarizes information from histories. Shares information with associates as well as develop activities based on these interests -Assumes responsibility for scheduling and coordinating miscellaneous social programs for the entire community and specific units (i.e., educational programs, entertainment programs, special events, games, group programs, spiritual services, etc.) -Drive the community vehicle for resident outings

Requirements

  • microsoft office
  • time management
  • decision‑making
  • 1-3 years
  • communication
  • high school

What You Bring

-Willing to work flexible hours -Proficiency in computer skills, Microsoft Office (Windows, Outlook, Excel) with the ability to learn new applications -An individual in this position will be required to lift or carry weight in up to 25 lbs. The associate must use proper body mechanics. -While performing the duties of this job, the associate is often required to stand, walk, sit, use fine and gross motor skills, reach with hands and arms, balance, stoop, kneel, crouch, talk, hear, and smell. -Must possess the ability to make independent decisions when circumstances warrant such action -Exhibit strong time management and organizational skills -One to three years related experience and/or training in leading/creating activities for the elderly -Excellent verbal and written communication -High school diploma or higher education preferred

Benefits

-Free Parking -Referral Bonuses -Supportive Leadership -Voluntary Life -Employee Discount Program -Vision Coverage -Flexible Spending Account -Employee Assistance Program -Ancillary Benefits (Life/AD&D, Short Term Disability and Long Term Disability) -Paid Time Off (PTO) -Medical Coverage -Dental Coverage -401(k) Retirement and Matching

The Company

About Monarch Communities®

-Designs and operates premium senior living communities across the U.S. East Coast. -Delivers on-time, on-budget development and hands-on ownership of senior residences. -Projects include Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care communities in CT, MA, NJ, NY, and MD. -Each community features home-like architecture, common areas, and scratch-cooked meals to enhance resident comfort. -Emphasizes wellness-centric design with abundant natural light, shared spaces, and holistic care programs. -Headquartered in New York, the company is expanding via a centralized construction and development team.

Sector Specialisms

Senior Living

Independent Living

Assisted Living

Memory Care

Respite Care

Development

Operations

Redevelopment

Mixed-Use Residential

Healthcare Services

Long-Term Group Homes

Intellectual/Developmental Disabilities Care

Mental Illness Care