Director of Wellness Programming - Memory Care

At MBK Senior Living were committed to putting people first our residentsandteam members. Exceeding expectations and enriching lives drives our daytoday. And its all powered by Yoi Shigoto a Japanese concept that translates to good quality work. Its more than a mantra. Its part of our companywide commitment to build trust set high standards and develop potential in ourselves and others!

Whether youre looking for a flexible parttime job or the pathway to a lasting career youll find it here at MBK Senior Livingand a whole lot more! When you join the MBK Senior Living team youll enjoy:

Impacting lives and building lasting relationships

Executing exceptional signature programs in dining fitness wellness and care

A supportive community team that encourages personal and professional growth and celebrates your

success

A funfilled energetic environment thats centered in hospitality and highquality service

Competitive salaries

Professional development training and personal coaching through our Mentor Buddy and Executive

Director in Training Programs

Education loan assistance & scholarships

Financial and legal services

Team Member discounts

Health and Wellness resources

Fulltime benefits include:

Rich benefits package including Medical Dental Vision and 401k matching up to 4

Childcare and eldercare assistance

Flexible spending accounts

If youre looking for a place where you can make an impact find purpose and joy and receive the training tools and support to reach your career goals look no further apply today!

Job Description

Job Summary:

The responsibility of the Director of Wellness Programming memory care is to plan prepare direct and conduct resident and family engagement along with overseeing mindbody wellness programming in accordance with current federal state and local guidelines standards and regulations along with MBKs established policies and procedures.

This position is also responsible for ensuring the program of activities events and engagements are designed to meet the interests lifestyle and preferences and meet physical mental and psychosocial wellbeing needs of each resident. This role helps support our pursuit to be the senior living provider of choice in every market we serve by delivering wellness programming focusing on resident and family wellbeing.

Essential Job Duties: Create implement and lead resident programs according to MBK mindbody wellness program standards and resident preferences

Complete social profiles / lifestyle survey interviews for each resident

Maintain engagement platform (eCMS) with program and event schedules announcements bulletins resources and photos

Ensure registration of all resident representatives with credentials for eCMS

Develop a daily flow for programming that addresses individual needs and interests while en couraging shared interest pursuits and a sense of community

Maintain an inventory of highly usable and accessible supplies for all team members to use for ondemand and individual or offtime engagements

Maintain resident lifestyle surveys to reflect ongoing development of interests and pursuits

Train community team members in implementing relationshipbased programming and in us ing MBK signature mindbody wellness for memory care technologies and approaches

Create and maintain social media under the umbrella of MBKs Home Office

Facilitate resident and family activity planning committee

Facilitate family council as desired by resident loved ones

Oversee implementation of MBK Together wellness education programming

Provide public/community education in dementia topics

Coordinate with other departments to ensure interdisciplinary implementation of wellness programming events and education programs.

Track resident engagement and participate on interdisciplinary service plan team to ensure updates and interventions according to resident needs and interests in wellness programming

Overseeing transportation of residents including:
Assist with the safe loading unloading seating and transporting of residents onto and off community vehicles and drive residents as needed
Oversee scheduling of transportation for recreational and medical outings
Evaluate transportation program on a regular basis to ensure customer satisfaction
Understand and fulfill all State Federal and local regulations for maintaining safe vehicles securing all required credentials/licensing for vehicle(s) a driver(s)

Recruit hire train motivate and supervise department staff in accordance with all
company policies procedures and core values:

Supervise wellness program coordinator and/or activity assistants
Develop and train volunteers who are in the community to assist with activities or special events
Track volunteer participation and keep volunteer files per state regulations
Arrange for outside vendors to conduct programs and process invoices promptly

Manage and track budget spending and goals
Encourage and invite resident participation in all resident activities
Work with director of health services to ensure caregiver involvement in programs
Facilitate and conduct resident programs within connections for living if applicable
Aid in the community marketing efforts through positive interactions with residents families and guests
Alert care staff when there is a medical or care need of a resident
Ensure resident information such as traditions and preferences are collected per policy

NonEssential Job Duties:
Perform other duties or special projects as assigned/directed by the Executive Director
Instruct visitors to sign in when entering our community
Obtain and maintain all state required certifications and licensure
Meet with prospective residents to review the enrichment programs and offerings at the community
Conduct community tours for prospects and families

Cofacilitate events for prospects and families

Supervisory/Management Responsibilities (Job Title(s) & # of Employees):
Activities Assistant 0 to 2 employees
Wellness Program Coordinator 0 to 1 employee
Transportation (Drivers) 01 employees

Knowledge & Skills:

Certification in Recreational Activity Leadership: APNCC / NAAPCC Certification or similar
AA or certification in gerontology recreational therapy or similar highly desirable
Prior related work experience in a similar environment supporting programming for people with dementia required
Prior supervisory experience preferable
Working familiarity with several special Microsoft Office Suite software programs (e.g. Publisher and Photoshop) is highly desirable
Bachelors Degree in recreational therapy gerontology music art or similar is preferable
Compliance and understanding of all regulations regarding residents rights

Requirements:
High school diploma or GED

Training or education in dementia care
Completion of or ability to obtain State approved Activity Director Certification
Must be over the age 18
Background clearance is required (per government regulations)
Negative TB test results is mandatory
Excellent communication skills are required including the ability to speak write and read English
Must have solid pc skills and be familiar with several Microsoft Office Suite software programs (e.g. Word Excel Outlook Email etc. and other office equipment (e.g. scanners copiers and fax machines)

Experience using an electronic management system for programming
Must maintain a professional demeanor at all times especially while interfacing with other Team Members residents family members and visitors
Must present a positive image by follow all grooming and dress standards
Must hold a valid drivers license (required by the state and/or vehicle capacity) and valid insurance

Physical Demands:
Must be mobile and able to perform the physical requirements of the job bending kneeling stooping pushing pulling and repetitive motion
Ability to sit and work at a computer for long periods of time
Able to move intermittently throughout the work day and between community
Ability to lift/carry up to 30 lbs. and push

Pay: $24 $26/hr

Inspiring people creating experiences and supporting goals are just a few ways MBK Senior Living creates a positive work environment. Its how we support our team members serve our residents and achieve our pursuit to be the senior living provider of choice in each market we serve.

MBK Senior Living has pursued this goal for more than 30 years. Currently the company owns and operates 35 Independent Living Assisted Living and Memory Care services in senior living communities throughout the Western United States. Were proud to have been ranked among the Top 50 Best Workplaces in Aging Services by Fortune magazine and certified as a Great Place to Work by the Great Place to Work Institute since 2017.

MBK is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color religion sex disability age sexual orientation gender identity national origin veteran status genetic information or other protected reason. Our company is committed to providing access equal opportunity and reasonable accommodation for qualifying individuals in employment its services programs and activities. To request reasonable accommodation contact.

Regulatory Disclosures for Senior Living Communities with Medicaid Residents: An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a facility that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. If employed at one of our senior living communities that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding team members must not be considered an Excluded Party as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services any state Medicaid Programs and any additional federal and state government contract programs. If as a team member you learn that you are an Excluded Party at any time you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately.

Other Regulatory Requirements:If employed at one of our senior living communities team members must continually comply with certain laws and regulations that impact the company including but not limited to as applicable state licensing regulations the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) Resident Rights as defined by the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services and any other federal or state laws relating to team members professional licenses.

HIPAA Disclosure:

All Team Members prior to commencing employment and once employed must not be considered an Excluded Party as defined by the Medicare and state Medicaid Programs as well as other federal and state government contract programs. If as an associate you learn you are an Excluded Party you must present your Excluded Party notice letter to your supervisor immediately. An Excluded Party is a person that the federal or state government found not eligible to provide care and services in a Community that receives Medicare or Medicaid funding. In addition at all times during your employment all associates must be in compliance with certain laws and regulations that affect the company including but not limited to Resident Rights HIPAA State licensing regulations and those laws relating you an associates professional license.