Director of Community Relations

Overview

Farmington, Connecticut – Farmington Station, an assisted living and memory support community in Farmington, is acclaimed for its forward-thinking innovations in senior care, including an award-winning Brain Healthy Cooking Program and the Dementia Friendly Communities Initiative. Farmington Station is professionally managed by Senior Living Residences, known for quality care and innovative programs that enhance resident quality of life and uphold high industry standards.

Our associates’ commitment to our “Right Values” philosophy drives excellence, respect, and trust in the senior housing industry. We are proud to have been ranked #1 in The Boston Globe's 2024 List of Top Places to Work and #35 in the nation by USA Today.

Full Time salaried role:
Monday-Friday, business hours with rotating manager-on-duty weekend rotation.

• This position requires a flexible schedule, including some evenings and weekends.

Annual salary starting at $75,000, plus bonus structure.

Our comprehensive standard benefits program starts on the day of hire and includes paid time off, holiday pay, health insurance through Blue Cross Blue Shield, dental, and vision insurance, disability coverage, complimentary life insurance, and a pre-tax retirement savings plan with a company match. We also offer the following perks and incentives to all associates:

• DEI Initiatives - A regular opportunity for all associates to voice opinions and ideas to improve diversity, equity, and inclusion for the whole company!
• Generous bonus program for referring associates and residents
• Retail discounts include cellphone plans, pet insurance, home & auto insurance, car rentals, identity theft protection, office supplies, concert & museum tickets, travel, shopping, and much more!
• Health Reimbursement Account (HRA) and Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA) to offset medical plan and health care expenses.
• Nationwide tuition rewards program.
• Extensive professional development and education programs, including the opportunity to become a Certified Dementia Practitioner
• Commuter Benefits include pre-tax savings on public transportation passes and parking

Farmington Station is looking to add to our team of excellence, seeking an experienced and self-motivated Director of Community Relations who will be responsible for all sales and outreach activities and results necessary to achieve and exceed the community’s sales and move-in goals, continuously maximizing occupancy. The Director of Community Relations develops meaningful relationships with residents, families, and community partners, plans and conducts presentations showcasing our services and innovative programs, and ensures a smooth transition for new residents throughout the entire sales/move-in process.

The ideal candidate is a seasoned sales director who will position themselves and Farmington Station as a leader in the Assisted Living industry, educating the greater community on the aging process and enabling families to find a supportive home environment that focuses on Resident Quality of Life.

• Teamwork:
  Promote a positive team spirit and a culture of cooperation, openness, enthusiasm, customer service, and an atmosphere conducive to growth.
• Trustworthiness:
  Demonstrate an acute sense of responsibility and moral integrity with strong follow-through on commitments, inspiring the trust of others.
• Professionalism:
  Provide leadership; take the initiative, handle pressure and be level-headed in emergencies, treat others with respect, excel at project management.
• Communication:
  Interact clearly and effectively with an openness to other people’s ideas and thoughts; demonstrate patience, tact, positive energy and enthusiasm.
• Technical Ability:
  You can’t be successful at this job if you are averse to technology. We use technology to do our jobs and communicate with residents, families and coworkers.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Disease, related dementias, and behavior management techniques, and a sincere desire to work with cognitively impaired residents.
• Committed to SLR’s Right Values, the ethical principles that guide SLR and the Community.

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