Life Enrichment Manager

We're looking for a full-time Life Enrichment Manager!

Salary:   $50K to $72K commensurate with experience

Great Benefits Include:

• • Medical, Dental & Vision Coverage
  • Company-Paid Short-Term and Long-Term Disability Insurance
  • Company-Paid Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) Accrual
  • Paid Holidays
  • 401(k) with Matching and Three-Year Vesting
  • Educational and US Citizenship Scholarship Opportunities
  • Onsite CPR Training
  • Well-Being Model Training
  • Certified Dementia Practitioner Training *
  • Well-Being Model Training
  • Eligible Employees May Receive Annual Employee Recognition from Residents
  • UKG Wallet (Daily Pay)
  • Free Use of Community Pool and Fitness Center
  • Training and Growth Opportunities
  • Tickets to Work

                     *available for select employees  

About Ingleside at Rock Creek

Ingleside at Rock Creek is a not-for-profit, CARF-accredited, Life Plan Community nestled alongside Washington, DC’s beautiful Rock Creek Park. A diverse group of people whose experiences and interests create the perfect balance for stylish retirement living in this engaging community. Ingleside at Rock Creek is certified as a Great Place to Work. We are CARF Certified, and Sage certified.

Job Summary:

This position is responsible for delivery of services related to the 9 dimensions of Wellness.  Emotional—Coping effectively with life and creating satisfying relationships; Environmental—Good health by occupying pleasant, stimulating environments that support well-being; Financial–Satisfaction with current and future financial situations; Intellectual—Recognizing creative abilities and finding ways to expand knowledge and skills; Occupational—Personal satisfaction and enrichment from one’s work; Physical—Recognizing the need for physical activity, healthy foods and sleep; Social—Developing a sense of connection, belonging, and a well-developed support system; Spiritual—Expanding our sense of purpose and meaning in life.  In addition this position requires excellent design and documentation skills for developing processes, projects, programs, policies, and systems.  Must have the ability to influence without having direct control, have the creative ability to take a vision and translate into programs that can be deployed,   have an expert understanding of the program needs of residents in independent, assisted and dementia care living environments.   Must be an effective communicator have strong leadership, teaching, coaching and motivational skills.  Must have the ability to work in a fast-paced environment with multiple priorities.  Must approach all encounters with residents, associates and vendors in a friendly, service oriented manner while demonstrating a high work ethic.  Must have the ability and willingness to meet project deadlines and goals, be punctual and dependable.

Job Requirements:

Bachelor's degree in Human Services, the Arts or related field, one (5) to eight (8) years of cultural arts, activities programming and management required, or equivalent combination of education and experience. Incumbent should be able to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written and oral form, possess high-quality verbal and written communication ability, strong customer service and interpersonal skills, and be available to handle community relations. Must be proficient in the operation of computer applications such as Office and various office machines including switchboard telephone, calculator/adding machine, copying machine, fax, etc.

Key Responsibilities:

• Oversees the implementation of an integrated Life Enrichment programs and activities, in conjunction with residents and staff in Independent and Assisted Living and Comprehensive Care that addresses the eight dimensions of Wellness.
• Designs and implements innovative approaches to maximize resident and associate wellness in support of IKF's Life Enrichment strategy in alignment with IKF's business objectives.
• Leads the deployment of programs and events for residents and associates.
• Design the Life Enrichment strategy and then leverage strategic partnerships in development of programs and services.
• Develop processes, policies and procedures to consistently deploy and improve IKF Life Enrichment programs.
• Performs detailed analysis on the performance of the IKF Life Enrichment team and programs to ensure measurable outcomes for residents and associates. Works with Marketing and Sales Services to enhance the IKF brand and to develop the Life Enrichment Programs, IKF's unique value proposition.
• Collaborates with other functional areas and the Executive Director to create and integrate the Life Enrichment philosophy throughout the company and communities.

Management Responsibility:

• Acts as a leader and manager of assigned positions; ensuring productivity, efficiency and accuracy in work performed.
• Maintains payroll and timesheets for all staff; forwards to Finance bi-weekly.
• Prepares yearly budget for department and sends to Executive Director/CFO for approval.
• Ensures initial and on-going training is provided to employees as needed; ensures cross-training is completed as appropriate.

EEO Statement:

As an employer committed to Equal Employment Opportunity, Ingleside recruits, hires, and promotes qualified persons in all job classifications without regard to age, race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender, gender identity, gender expression, national origin, ethnic origin, disability, genetic information, covered veteran status, or any other basis protected by law.