Life Enrichment Manager

Burcham Hills is an upscale senior living retirement community located in the backyard of Michigan State University in East Lansing MI We currently have a vacancy for a Full Time Life Enrichment Manager The Life Enrichment Manager is responsible for is responsible for the planning and coordinating a wide and varied scope of activities and programming which meet the spiritual emotional intellectual vocational social physical and environmental needs of the residents The programming is designed to meet the needs and to develop future programs to help meet the wellness needs of the residents The development of the programming must meet the requirements of the LCS Lifestyles and Health Services and the 8 Dimensions of Wellness The Manager must support and illustrate the LCS Cares Program and Hospitality Promises Work collaboratively with Recreation Therapy Manager to ensure cohesive approach across the Burcham Hills community in addition to the following duties Some Essential Manager Duties Interview select train supervise and evaluate Recreation Assistants Fitness Specialists and Techs Volunteer Coordinator and Salon staffAssist in the planning and coordination of a balanced program of spiritual emotional intellectual vocational social physical and environmental activities with the intent of including all residents in some area of lifestyle activityDevelop and maintain relationships with lecturers volunteers community resources performers and others who can provide programming to the residentsNetwork plan and coordinate with qualified educators instructors and health professionals to provide program componentsAssist in the planning and coordination of transportation to events and programs by meeting with residents to determine their needs and desires and then scheduling community drivers or outside resources if neededPublicize events programs presentations activities etcAssist with publications such as the Beacon Beat and other Burcham communications according to Burcham Hills branding standardsAssist with new resident orientation interacting with other departments to ensure a smooth transitionAssist in the operation of Burcham Hills libraryProvide individual and group educational opportunities for residents and staff in the area of disease prevention and management in the holistic spirit of the Lifestyle and Health Services Wellness ProgramInteract with the resident and family members when a change in the residents condition necessitates additional services or a physical move within the continuum of careQUALIFICATIONS Bachelors Degree in Exercise or Recreation related field required Two years of appropriate professional experience in geriatrics recreation or social administration required 5 years preferred At least two years experience in directly managing staff Possess or be able to obtain within one month of employment a current valid Chauffers License with an excellent driving record Ability to read write speak and comprehend written and oral instructions in English PERKS OUTSIDE OF THE PAYCHECK Senior advocacyRewarding hospitality driven environmentGrowth opportunitiesDiverse cultureOpen door atmosphereOption to be paid dailyDiscounted employee mealsFree parkingEmployee Assistance Program to all employeesEligible for benefits as of the 91st day of employment if Full TimeEmployee recognition programsBeautiful resort like campus on 38 acresJoin an exceptional teamMany roles at Burcham Hills may require that we ask about your vaccination status This could include MMR chicken pox hepatitis flu and COVID 19 vaccine status Drug free workplace EEO & E verify employer sponsor