The Assistant Director serves as a backup for the Director of the Senior Day Program, completing administrative and admissions tasks, and ensuring the vitality of the life enrichment/volunteer programs to provide the highest level of care and services for participants.

He/She/They will answer phones, guest inquiries, directs phone calls, and assists with tours and initial visits in the building, ensuring that each guest feels welcomed and valued, and that accurate attendance is maintained. The Assistant Director enhances current Life Enrichment programming and develops monthly calendar/newsletter, ensures supplies are purchased, and that staff have what they need to lead age-appropriate, creative programming.

In the absence of the Director of the Senior Day Program, the Assistant Director may be asked to serve as the point of contact for participants, staff, and guests. The position will require the individual to interact with residents, families, physicians, fellow employees, students, other allied health professionals, board members, and visitors. Therefore, a pleasant personality and positive attitude are required traits that will be found in all staff members. Experience working with older adults with dementia is crucial to this role.

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

Bachelor’s Degree in Gerontology, Social Work, Recreation Therapy, or related degree.

Experience working with older adults with dementia in an activity/recreation program preferred.

Must have current CPR Certification and current Food Handler card.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $45,000.00 - $55,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Dental insurance
Employee assistance program
Flexible spending account
Health insurance
Health savings account
Life insurance
Paid time off
Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

James L. West Center for Dementia Care

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