Job Description

Job Description

Job Description

People taking care of people, that's who we are and what we do at Cogir Senior Living!

What you can expect...

Cogir Senior Living is hiring an experienced, creative, organized, polished, and highly customer-focused Activity Director/Event Planner in our premier, brand-new senior living community Cogir of South Bay .

Our residents are very active older adults with busy lifestyles. The Activity Director provides an ongoing program of life-enrichment activities designed to meet the interests and the physical, mental, and psycho-social well-being of each resident in our community. In this role, you will be tasked with planning, organizing, communicating, and coordinating a variety of social and cultural events, clubs, and a plethora of life-enrichment activities in large or small group settings. We welcome candidates from the event planning industry, including hospitality, cruise lines, wedding planning, and others.

The Activity Director is an integral part of the management team with an understanding of federal, state, and local rules and regulations, company policies, and procedures. This position hires and manages other full-time associates (Activity Assistants) to ensure all program expectations are in place. Our ideal candidate is knowledgeable in event planning for large groups of people in hospitality environments, highly regarded for customer service, and has good graphic software skills.

What Cogir has to offer you?

• Competitive wages, training, and growth opportunities.
• An inclusive, positive work environment where everyone has a voice.
• Optional same-day pay.
• Heath, Dental, Vision, and Life insurance.
• 401K Plan with company match.
• Paid Vacation, Sick days, and Holiday Pay.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Generous Employee Referral Bonus Program.
• Free meals at work, and more!

What will you do as a Resident Lifestyle Director (Activity Director)?

• Direct oversight of all life-enrichment activities, outings, and programs, centered around the residents' needs within and outside the community.
• Organize community events, holidays, and celebrations of various sizes.
• Create and lead activities such as arts, crafts, music, drama, educational programs, and exercise programs.
• Prepare a monthly newsletter and calendar of activities using your creativity and photography skills, displaying it in a prominent location that is visible to residents and visitors, including monthly activity meetings.
• Hire, train, and supervise Resident Lifestyle Coordinators (Activity Assistants).
• Enthusiastically encourage resident participation and celebrate their achievements.
• Obtain necessary equipment and supplies and provide for their accessibility through organized storage.
• Work with Marketing to assist with the planning of marketing events to promote the community.
• Participate with the Executive Director in developing a budget for the department.
• Foster family and community support of the activity program (e.g., through newsletters, networking, and activities that bring family members or members of the community into the facility, etc.).
• Coordinate the transportation of residents to and from events outside of the community, which may include driving a company vehicle.

If you have these qualifications, we'd love to chat:

• A minimum of 3 years of experience in event planning in a hospitality or senior living setting.
• A minimum of 3 years of experience in designing and leading life-enrichment activities for seniors in Independent Living (IL) or Assisted Living (AL) is strongly preferred.
• A minimum of 1 year of leadership/supervisory experience is preferred.
• An associate degree or higher in, human services, business, marketing, or a related field is preferred.
• Creativity and passion for helping others along with excellent communication skills.
• Knowledge of various computer systems, particularly Excel, Word, and Canva.
• Familiarity with graphic software tools is a plus.
• Ability to coordinate and conduct meetings.
• A valid driver's license and a clean driving record.

About COGIR Management USA:

COGIR Management USA, headquartered in Sacramento, CA manages nearly 90 senior living communities in 11 states and we continue growing. We are proud to be a leader in the senior housing industry, providing an exceptional quality of care, amenities, and team culture, where our residents and team members thrive.

Our common goal is to make a positive difference in the lives of our residents, today and in the future. Our team identity is based on three pillars: Human Focus, Creativity, and Excellence. We offer a unique lifestyle approach to our living situation and are a company committed to continuing to improve.

Apply today and become part of the Cogir Family!

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