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Description

Summary

The Director of Life Enhancement, under the direction of the General Manager, is responsible for the successful planning and implementation of programs and activities that meet resident'ss physical, emotional, social, spiritual and intellectual needs within available resources in a manner that enriches their life experience, provides choice and promotes individual growth.

Job Duties
Program Development & Implementation:
Plan, develop and implement a comprehensive range of programs and activities designed to meet residents physical, emotional, social, spiritual and intellectual needs
Collaborate with residents, families and staff to identify interests, preferences and needs and then use that information to tailor programs accordingly and optimize involvement
Ensure programs and activities are effectively coordinated and communicated

Team Member Supervision & Training:
Train, direct, supervise and evaluate program staff and volunteers
Provide ongoing training and development opportunities to enhance competencies in program planning, communication and resident engagement

Budget Management:
Develop and manage the program budget
Monitor expenses and identify cost-effective strategies to maximize resources and optimize the quality and variety of programs offered to residents

Evaluation and Quality Improvement:
Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs and activities through resident feedback, observation and outcome measures
Identify areas for improvement and implement changes to enhance program quality, diversity and resident satisfaction

Qualifications
A post secondary degree or diploma in recreation and leisure studies, therapeutic recreation, kinesiology, gerontology or other related field from a college or university
3 years of experience in management and planning, implementation and evaluation of programs
Licensed to drive up to 15 passenger Bus