Atria Senior Living is a leading operator of independent living, assisted living, supportive living, and memory care communities in 190 locations in 27 states and seven Canadian provinces. We are the residence of choice for more than 21,000 seniors, and the workplace of choice for more than 14,600 employees. We create vibrant communities where older adults can thrive and participate, know that their contributions are valued, and enjoy access to opportunities and support that help them continue making a difference in our world.

Atria is an equal opportunity employer. Atria provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or any other classification protected by applicable law. Atria also does not condone or tolerate an atmosphere of intimidation or harassment based on these protected classifications. We require the cooperation of all employees in maintaining a discrimination-free and harassment-free work environment.

Responsibilities

Develops and implements programs of interest and meaning to our residents in order to enhance their lives and exceed their active aging lifestyle expectations. Manages and supervises the Engage Life Program Instructors (ELPI), volunteers, and drivers (where applicable).

• Manages the Atria Resident Discovery tool (ARD), including completing Learn.Do.Try. (LDT) surveys, monthly event calendar, and all move in actions related to Engage Life for all residents.
• Researches, evaluates, approves, develops and modifies community events and programs, according to resident interests and imensions of Engagementli>
• Prepares and publishes an engaging and creative monthly program calendar which incorporates the communitiesents and programs by the 1st of every month (ex. December calendar due Nov 1).
• Manages all aspects of the Engage Life program.
• Engages and motivates residents resulting in program participation.
• Contributes to community growth by participating in sales activities.
• Engages in community public relations including collaboration with corporate public relations and preparation of local positive publicity stories.
• Manages departmental needs and goals within department budgets.
• Recruits, researches, and approves schedules and supervises programs leaders, general contractor entertainers, volunteers, religious professionals and vendors.
• Responsibly manages and supervises all Active Aging and Transportation personnel including scheduling, assignment, direction, performance review (including input on pay adjustments), hiring and corrective action consistent with company policy.
• Serves as the communitymanager-on-duty a regular basis.
• Determine and manage community resident transportation operation, including scheduling of outside events and similar operational decisions.
• May drive company vehicle from community to social and other various destinations (only if required by community).
• Recruits, approves, trains and manages volunteers where applicable.
• May perform other duties as needed and/or assigned.

Qualifications

• Bacheloregree (B.A.) from four-year college or university; one to two years related experience and/or training.
• Able to clearly present information through the spoken word. Can accurately communicate, providing the necessary level of detail even under stressful or demanding conditions. Ensures a positive attitude and team orientation is exhibited in verbal and non-verbal communication.
• Solid performance management skills, including the ability to communicate performance expectations, document performance conversations, coach and document performance issues and complete performance management expectations as guided by the company.
• Demonstrated ability to use independent judgment and discretion to make decisions designed to achieve company expectations and goals for the community.
• Able to operate standard office equipment.
• Ability to effectively utilize technology including use of computers, iPad/Tablet use, Word programming, internet access, email, and social media.
• Position requires driving responsibilities (may use Company provided vehicle and/or personal vehicle).
• Must possess valid drivericense.
• Must satisfactorily meet and be in compliance with Atria motor vehicle policy standards.

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