Life Enrichment Director

Eskaton is a nonprofit senior services provider serving Northern California's older adults for over 55 years. With over 1,700 employees and 28 communities and services in Northern California, Eskaton is a great company to join and build your career.

Eskaton genuinely cares about the financial security, health and well-being of our team members. In addition to competitive pay and comprehensive benefits including a 401K retirement fund matching program, Eskaton employees appreciate knowing their work makes a real difference in the community and in the lives they touch.

At Eskaton, being inclusive is one of our core values. This means that we celebrate diversity and equity for all who live and work with us, building a culture of belonging and community across the aging spectrum.

Our Benefits include but are not limited to...

• Competitive Health Plan, including dental and vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Wellness programs
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K with Company Match Retirement Program (Minimum eligibility requirements apply)
• Paid Time Off programs
• Voluntary benefits & supplemental insurance available

This position is eligible for Eskaton's health benefits package the first of the month following 60 days of employment and Paid Time Off benefits program after 90 days of employment.

Position Summary:
The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for the full time planning, organizing, directing, coordinating and evaluating of the Life Enrichment programs to meet the creative, social and recreational needs of the residents in the special care unit at the community.

The annual salary for this position starts at $68,640/year. Factors such as scope and responsibilities of the position, candidate's work experience, education/training, job-related skills, internal peer equity, as well as market and business considerations may influence base pay offered.

Position Responsibilities include:

• Plans, directs, coordinates and implements a social Life Enrichment program seven days a week. Utilizes computer systems available to department.
• Meets the residents' needs and interests, taking into account abilities and physical limitations. Will assess residents' social and leisure activity preferences.
• Participates/facilitates in support group activities.
• Maintains accurate and timely records that indicate the residents' attendance.
• Participates in the residents' plan of care and team meetings related to resident issues.
• Communicates the purpose, the goals, and the achievements of the Life Enrichment program to residents, staff members, and the community,
• Directs resident interaction.
• Operates equipment such as motor vehicle, VCRs, P.A. systems, projection systems, etc. in an appropriate manner. Maintains those systems in a working manner and provides preventative maintenance as appropriate.
• Develops methods for effective utilization of community resources.
• Establishes department goals with the administrator and sets priorities to complete those goals.
• May have to assist in driving van for residents.

Qualifications

Education:
Bachelor's Degree in recreation or related field. Activities Director Certification required.

Training and Experience:
Two to three years direct experience working with the elderly in a social or recreational program, be knowledgeable in evaluating resident needs, and supervising other employees and training volunteers. Expected to attend Dementia training and appropriate educational programs. Shall have at least one year of experience providing planned activities or have completed or be enrolled in an appropriate education or training program. Must have a valid and current CPR and first aid certification.

Job Knowledge:
Is familiar with the psychological needs of the geriatric resident. Knowledge and experience with office equipment including personal computers. Has current driver's license.

The final candidate must successfully pass Eskaton's post offer, pre-employment testing which includes a criminal background check, drug test, COVID test, TB screen test and health screen. All new hires are required to sign an arbitration agreement as a condition of employment.

Eskaton is an Equal Opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, disability, gender identity, sexual orientation or protected veteran status.