Activities Director | Full-Time | Allegheny Place - Enlivant

Enlivant is seeking a Activities Director

at Allegheny Place in Penn Hills, PA

Full-Time

Who we are:   

Enlivant is about living fully, passionately, and enriching lives through meaningful relationships and vibrant communities. We have a sense of fun at every age, thriving in mind, body, and spirit. For more than 35 years, we have enriched the lives of thousands of residents in more than 200 senior living communities across the country.     

Enlivant is a certified “Great Place to Work” and we believe in not only making an impact in our industry but also with each other.   
   

How others describe us:     

“Enlivant is where compassion for residents and their families trumps all else.”    

“Employees enjoy the people they work with every day, and they find leadership cares and invests in their development and the company's culture.”   

“I find Enlivant places value in becoming a company where everyone's personal diversity is valued and respected, and where everyone can reach their full potential.  There’s a warmth and employees seem to genuinely care about each other.”   
   

What we have to offer you:

• A commitment to Diversity, Inclusion, and Belonging
• Professional development and career growth opportunities
• Medical, Dental, and Vision coverage
• Company paid life insurance
• Additional coverage options, including Short Term Disability, Accident, Legal, Critical Illness, and pet insurance
• A variety of family centered leaves, including New Child Leave
• Flexible paid and unpaid time-off benefits
• 401k Matching
• Employee Assistance Program
• Discounts on products/experiences through Purchasing Power/Perks at work

As the Life Enrichment Coordinator, you will:   

... be responsible for creating and maintaining a calendar of programs and activities that meet the specific needs of each resident within the community to enhance their quality of life.
  

What you’ll do here:   

• Develop a creative and engaging monthly calendar of activities that encourages resident well-being in body, mind, and spirit and meets the individual interests and abilities
• Participate in the new resident welcome program and obtain background and interests of each new resident through formal interview and “Getting to Know You” form
• Assist in coordinating special events at the community including family nights, open houses, marketing/sales events, and Enlivant enrichment initiatives
• Schedule and support the transportation of residents to and from events/outings, which may include driving a community motor vehicle
• Participate in monthly LEC calls and other community management meetings as requested
• Develop relationships with local schools and organizations and establish and maintain a volunteer program through recruiting and provide training and support for our volunteers
• Assist the Executive Director in managing activities’ budget, equipment, and supplies
• Train, support, coach, and supervise assistant(s) as needed
• Communicate effectively with residents, family members, staff, and management
• Ensure programs are compliant with state, federal, and other regulations
• Perform other duties as assigned

We’d love to talk if:   

• You have a High School Diploma (or equivalent)
• You have a valid driver’s license and access to a vehicle for business use
• You are proficient with Microsoft Office and can learn new software
• You possess good time management and organizational skills
• You meet, have, or are eligible to obtain all applicable state requirements and certifications
• You have basic written and oral English communication skills  
• You care about serving seniors  

Bonus points if:     

• You have a post-secondary degree from an accredited college or university
• You have Activity Director certification or equivalent
• You have 3 – 6 months of senior living, hospice, in-home health care, or skilled nursing experience in an activity planner’s role
• You work harmoniously with other employees and develop/maintain good employee relations and employee morale
• You engage others in fun and creative activities
• You have experience interacting with individuals diagnosed with dementia and Alzheimer’s disease  

Pay Range: $14 - $15.50 / Hour, based on experience

We’re also proud to be the first senior living company to earn the WELL Health-Safety Rating across all our communities.

You are required to complete any necessary health requirements which may change from time-to-time, such as vaccination.

Enlivant is an Equal Opportunity Employer and qualified individuals will not be discriminated against on the basis of race, religion, gender (including gender expression and identity), nationality and origin, disability (mental or physical), sex, marital status, sexual orientation, age, veteran status, or other applicable characteristics.

Where required by state law and/or city ordinance; this employer will provide the Social Security Administration (SSA) and, if necessary, the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), with information from each new employee’s Form I-9 to confirm work authorization.