Hybrid Lead Lifestyles Associate at Buckner International
Buckner International · Dallas, United States Of America · Hybrid
- Professional
- Office in Dallas
Buckner Retirement Services Community: Ventana by Buckner
Location: Dallas, TX - Onsite
Address: 8301 N Central Expy, Dallas, TX 75225
Shift: Monday thru Friday / 8:30 am - 5 pm, Some evenings and weekends as needed
Job Schedule: Fulltime
We are seeking a Lead Lifestyles Associate to join our community committed to delivering outstanding service to our residents. As a Lead Lifestyles Associate, you will impact the lives of all members and residents through assisting with activities and programming in a senior living setting. Join our team and inspire happiness in the lives of others!
What You’ll Do:
- Develops, plans and implements social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities for residents.
- Encourages, motivates and assists residents to participate in social, recreational, spiritual and educational activities as determined by individual assessment; takes part personally in activities.
- Assists and facilitates organized parties, games, trips, and other departmental activities in which residents participate campus-wide.
- Provides oversight and coaching to Lifestyles Associates. Responsible for task delegation to meet department objectives.
- Participates in the development of interdisciplinary care plans for residents in cooperation with appropriate staff; documents resident programs.
What You’ll Bring:
- High School diploma or GED.
- Minimum two-years related experience preferred, in wellness, fitness or recreational therapy in senior living, or appropriate formal education or Buckner training.
- Prior experience directing or leading the work of others is required.
- Requires proficient working knowledge of the aging process as it relates to senior adults in an independent living setting.
- Requires ability to organize activities and work with other departments and/or units to implement the activities.
- Requires ability to read, write and understand business documents which are written in English.
- A friendly attitude and a servant’s heart.
The above description reflects the details considered necessary to describe the essential functions of the job and should not be construed as a detailed description of all the work requirements that may be performed in the job.
About Buckner Retirement Services:
Buckner Retirement Services comprises a network of senior living communities across Texas. As a not-for-profit, faith-based organization with over 60 years of experience, we're dedicated to providing exceptional care. Recognized as a Great Place to Work at all our locations, we offer rewarding opportunities for those passionate about working with seniors. If you're seeking a career in the senior living field, consider joining us at Buckner, where our purpose sets us apart. Buckner is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
The same way we treat our employees is how we treat all applicants – with respect. Buckner is an equal opportunity employer (EEO is the law). You will be treated fairly throughout our recruiting process and without regard to race, color, religion, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status in consideration for a career at Buckner.
