Manager Resident Activities - St Joseph Village

Company: Christus Health
Location: Coppell
Posted on: April 17, 2025

Job Description:

Description

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Summary:

The Manager Resident Activities is responsible for developing, implementing, and overseeing a comprehensive program of recreational, intellectual, psychosocial, and spiritual activities designed to meet the well-being and interests of the residents. This includes managing a team of Activity Coordinators and Transportation Drivers, ensuring programs are engaging, meaningful, and accessible. The Activity Manager plays a key role in enhancing the residents' lives by fostering an active, spiritual, social, and purposeful community environment.

Responsibilities:

Meets expectations of the applicable OneCHRISTUS Competencies: Leader of Self, Leader of Others, or Leader of Leaders.
Develop and implement engaging, creative, and varied programs tailored to resident interests, ensuring a diverse offering of activities that support their well-being and active aging lifestyle.
Oversee and supervise the daily, weekly, and monthly activity plans to ensure seamless execution and resident participation.
Lead, coach, and manage a team consisting of Activity Coordinators and Transportation Drivers. Provide training, mentorship, and performance management to ensure effective service delivery and a high level of resident satisfaction.
Maintain a collaborative and supportive team environment that promotes creativity, accountability, and efficient communication.
Foster a sense of community and connection among residents through group activities, one-on-one interactions, and involvement in internal and external events.
Welcome new residents and help them integrate into the community by aligning activities with their personal interests.
Organize and facilitate resident events, including seasonal decorations, holiday celebrations, birthday parties, and life events, ensuring an inviting and festive atmosphere.
Coordinate logistics for offsite trips and activities, including transportation arrangements, to enrich residents' social experiences.
Regularly assess the effectiveness and relevance of activities, make adjustments as necessary based on resident feedback and engagement levels.
Maintain a flexible approach to program planning, ensuring activities are inclusive and adaptive to residents' evolving needs and preferences.
Prepare and manage the activity budget, ensuring resource utilization stays within allocated limits.
Oversee the scheduling of common areas and facilitate the procurement of necessary supplies, working closely with the kitchen for event-related food needs.
Maintain a monthly calendar and newsletter, effectively communicating all events and updates to residents and staff.
Oversee and manage the community's social media presence, including the Facebook page, to enhance engagement and inform residents, their families, and the local community about activities and events.
Create and publish posts about upcoming activities, events, and resident achievements.
Edit and maintain the activity calendars, ensuring they are visually appealing, accurate, and updated regularly across digital and printed platforms.
Ensure consistent branding and messaging across all multimedia and print communications, reflecting the community's values and fostering a positive image.
Supervise the transportation team to ensure timely and safe transport for residents to and from activities, appointments, and offsite events.
Take on "Manager-On-Duty" (MOD) responsibilities when needed, ensuring continuous program operation.
Engage in community outreach, collaborating with public relations teams for positive publicity and community visibility.
Perform other duties as assigned by the facility Administrator to ensure the smooth operation of the Activity Department.
Must meet the company's Motor Vehicle Policy standards.

Job Requirements:

Education/Skills
--- High School Diploma or equivalent required.
--- Associate or bachelor's Degree preferred.
--- Demonstrated proficiency in Microsoft Office Suites

Experience
--- Minimum of 1-2 years of experience in coordinating and managing recreational activities, with supervisory experience preferred.
--- Previous experience in a senior living or healthcare setting is highly desirable.

Licenses, Registrations, or Certifications
--- ADC- Activity Director Certified preferred.
--- Valid Driver's License with a clean driving record (Position may require driving a company vehicle).

Work Type:

Full Time

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