Director of Celebrations

Director of Celebrations at Summerhouse Ashton Manor summary:

The Director of Celebrations plans, coordinates and oversees lifestyle, memory-care and engagement programs for residents in assisted living and memory care communities, including calendars, special events, volunteer and community relations, and resident surveys. The role manages the Celebrations budget, ensures regulatory compliance, tracks participation/quality metrics, and may supervise and develop Celebrations staff. Requires related postsecondary education, 3–5 years’ experience with 2 years supervisory experience, and ability to perform physical activity for programming.

About Arvum Senior Living

Arvum Senior Living proudly manages Assisted Living and Memory Care communities across 8 different states, representing over 2,000 units throughout the Gulf Coast and Midwest region. Rooted in our Pillars of Excellence, Arvum creates purpose-driven environments where seniors are supported with compassion and where Team Members find meaningful work, strong culture, and continuous opportunities to grow.

As part of one of the largest senior living organizations in the country, Arvum communities have earned Great Place to Work® certifications from 2022–2026. At Arvum, your purpose and your growth are important to us. We continually aspire and invest in learning and development opportunities that support our team members’ professional growth, ensuring every Team Member can build a rewarding and enriching career.

POSITION SUMMARY

Develops and oversees Celebrations activities planning and coordinating opportunities for residents that promote a level of health, wellbeing, engagement and growth for Assisted Living.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The following duties are normal for this position. This list is not to be construed as exclusive or all inclusive. Other duties may be required and assigned.

• Plans, schedules and conducts lifestyle programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and spiritual opportunities for the residents, including Life Skills and a variety of dementia appropriate activities.
• Plans appropriate programs for holidays and special events.
• Recruits and develops additional resources for services to the residents. Initiates correspondence including public relations communications with outside organizations, service groups and volunteers.
• Advises and motivates residents regarding appropriate individual and group activities based on resident interests and opportunities for growth.
• Prepares and organizes a calendar of events. Submits the calendar to the Executive Director for final approval. Posts and distributes the calendar.
• Assures new residents are acclimated and family communications are timely.
• Prepares and Manages to Celebrations Operating Budget.
• Addresses resident groups and other groups on subjects of common interest.
• Maintains a database and prepares reports on resident quality assurance assessments, participation and satisfaction.
• May supervise additional Celebrations staff in the assisted living community.
• Participates in community in-services.
• Demonstrates competence in Federal, State and Local regulations assisted living as applicable; ensures compliance.
• Develops, facilitates and analyzes resident surveys to determine ongoing activities are in place that meet the resident interests.
• Plans, coordinates and facilitates appropriate mixed group activities.
• Develops and facilitates daily displays of activities on bulletin boards and/or kiosks in lobbies, elevators, dining rooms and other resident and team member communication centers.
• Maintains a robust public relations program in support of the activities programming and community relations.
• Other duties as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES

Directly supervises employees in the Celebrations Department. Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with the organization's policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training employees; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees.

QUALIFICATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to…