Life Enrichment Director

Want a role where you can Do Ordinary Things with Extraordinary Love? Join Saint Therese and be a part of making a difference! We are looking for an experienced Life Enrichment Director to bring their passion of working with seniors to our newest Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care community. Saint Therese of Corcoran campus is full of social vibrancy in an urban setting, with distinctive living spaces and a variety of amenities to create an experience the resident is looking for to create their future home. The campus will offer 153 independent, assisted living and memory care apartments. Amenities of the site include dining options, wellness center with pool, library, lounge area, golf simulator, salon, and wood shop area.

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This full-time position will work 8:30 a.m. - 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday

Responsibilities

The Life Enrichment Director coordinates, develops and implements comprehensive therapeutic recreation programs and services utilizing staff expertise, family, and community resources to meet the psychosocial, physical, cognitive, and spiritual needs of the residents.

Qualifications

Education: Bachelor's degree in Therapeutic Recreation, Occupational Therapy, or related health care field; current or eligible for certification as a Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist or registered as an Occupational Therapist preferred.

Experience: Minimum of two years managerial experience required; experience in developing and implementing social or recreation programs within the senior care field preferred.

Special Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:

• Demonstrated working knowledge of Therapeutic Recreation department functions and related Federal and State regulations.
• Effective time management/prioritization and problem-solving skills.
• Ability to positively manage and communicate change, and to model appropriate behaviors to staff and others.
• Working knowledge of personal computers and related software
• Ability to supervise and provide work direction to staff.
• Class B Driver's License required.

Benefits:

• Competitive wages with credit for experience
• Healthcare, dental, and vision for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay period
• Health Savings Account/Flexible Spending Account options
• Employer paid Basic Life Insurance for staff scheduled 60+ hours/pay period
• Generous vacation plan, earned sick time, and paid disability leave
• 403b with company match
• Tuition Discount Opportunities and Scholarships
• Employee Discount Program
• Pet Insurance
• Same Day Pay with UKG Wallet
• Opportunities for growth and career advancement

About Saint Therese:

Saint Therese is a faith-based, nonprofit company with 60 years of experience caring for those in need. We have a long and storied history of prioritizing the needs of both our residents and staff in order to allow them to live well. We take pride our person-centered approach of warmth and community in the continuum of care by embracing our values: Welcoming, Heartfelt Purpose, Do the Right Thing, Respect, Collaboration, Stewardship, and Fun.

We have four senior communities in Minnesota including Brooklyn Park, Corcoran, Shoreview, and Woodbury; a campus in Monroe, Michigan, and two communities in Ohio; St. Mary of the Woods and Westlake. All communities are rich with thoughtful amenities and support. Our compassionate services also reach seniors living in the broader Twin Cities area through home care, outpatient therapies and wellness programs.

Salary Range: $57,512 - $78,000 annually depending on experience

Saint Therese is an Equal Opportunity Employer - All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.

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