Programming & Recreation Director

Joining the Benchmark Senior Living team means putting your passion to work. We invite you to connect with your calling, find purpose in your career, and gain lifelong relationships through the power of human connection by transforming the lives of seniors! 

Benchmark Senior Living at Split Rock is looking for a enthusiastic, creative and compassionate Programming Director to join our team in Shelton, CT.

The Program Director is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and evaluating our assisted living program to enhance our resident’s experience, while developing, maintaining and cultivating relationships with community organizations, current residents, and families. The Program Director oversees the activity staff and Van Driver to coordinate and implement resident interests and programs to create a varied yet innovative activity program within the community.

Responsibilities

• Implements events and programs to enhance the assisted living experience and improve the resident quality of life 
• Evaluates programs to make sure the quality of programs fits the needs of all residents 
• Develops an innovative seven day a week activity program that is engaging for all residents 
• Monthly family-centered programming held on a consistent basis to promote participation and ease in scheduling. 
• Responsible for leading and implementing one-on-one, small group and large group programming according to the programming schedule 
• Supports, encourages, and directs independent program pursuits, both individually and in small groups 
• Supports the resident’s abilities by understanding that all aspects of care can be viewed as an activity 
• Produces an online and printable quality monthly newsletter and calendar and daily activity calendar on a timely basis, through Benchmarks Internal Social Media Website 
• Can manage and support programming associates, including transportation and our community Van Driver 

Requirements

• Must have a bachelor’s degree or equivalent experience and knowledge of aging and disability issues
• Must be qualified by experience and training to develop programs appropriate for elders and disabled individuals
• Management and Leadership Experience
• Previous experience working with seniors is preferred
• Experience in Microsoft Office Preferred