Engage Life Director Job in Burlingame 94010, California US
Description:
We are currently seeking an experienced Engage Life Director to join our team at Atria Burlingame in Burlingame, CA. The primary job function of the Engage Life Director is to create and run a great recreational program for our residents. We are looking for a high energy, dynamic person to fulfill one of the most essential positions in our company. Our Senior Residents are active and want to be engaged every day in a diverse program.
Scope of Responsibilities Include:
- Stimulate our residents by offering activities that promote mental, intellectual, creative, spiritual and physical well being
- Plan and help write the monthly calendar and newsletter
- Plan events and various outings that would appeal to our residents
Qualifications:
Requirements Include:
- Bachelors Degree in Recreation Therapy or related field plus 2 years experience working with a senior population OR
- Associates Degree in Recreation Therapy or related field plus 4 years experience working with a senior population
- 1+ years planning and running group activities- experience with seniors highly preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills
- Computer literacy
- Experience teaching, mentoring or coaching others
- Experience coordinating and scheduling volunteers
- Knowledge of Humanities, Creative Arts, World History and Cultures, Entertainment and Exercise
- Must have excellent organizational and time management skills
- Must have a great sense of humor
- Must enjoy seniors!!
Salary/Benefits: Salary commensurate with experience
Atria offers a competitive salary and benefit package including 401k and tuition reimbursement.
Job Location: Burlingame, CA
Job Number: 2552
Company URL: http://www.atriaseniorliving.com
Company Profile:
Headquartered in Louisville, KY, Atria Senior Living is one of the nation's largest providers of senior-living services. With more than 120 retirement and assisted living communities in 27 states, Atria is committed to providing quality care for seniors in an environment that promotes dignity and independence.
Employing approximately 8,500 employees nationwide we are home to more than 14,000 seniors across the country. From coast to coast, Atria communities provide a lifestyle where seniors are able to remain as independent and active as possible, offering customized levels of assisted living services to accommodate seniors' needs.
Atria's mission is to provide exceptional service for their residents; growth, development and rewards for their employees; and viability for the long term for the company. "We strive to enhance lives and exceed expectations every day." For additional information about Atria, including specifics about our communities, please refer to the support center website at www.atriaseniorliving.com
