Lifestyle Specialist

Madonna Gardens

Lifestyle Specialist

Salinas, CA
Full Time
Paid
  • Responsibilities

    Ready to Join a Winning Team?

    At Madonna Gardens Assisted Living and Memory Care , we value individuality and strong team connectivity. Our team members are compassionate, dedicated, and committed to providing high-quality care while building meaningful relationships with our residents, families, and one another.

    Madonna Gardens is the premier Assisted Living and Memory Care community in Salinas. We specialize in a wide range of support and guidance for residents through specialized programming for care, activities, socialization, and dining.

    We’re currently seeking a Lifestyle Director who can not only lead engaging programming in our community but also play a vital leadership role across our broader network of Carefield Living communities.

    Benefits and Offerings:

    • Competitive Pay
    • Differential Pay
    • Flexible hours
    • Health Insurance
    • Dental & Vision
    • Bonuses
    • Rewards and Incentives
    • Career Advancement
    • Comprehensive Training
    • Fun and Collaborative Environment

    Open Position Schedules:

    • Full-Time
    • Monday - Friday 8:30am - 5pm.

    Pay:

    $65000 - $67000 annually depending on experience

    Essential Job Duties

    In addition to leading lifestyle programs at Madonna Gardens, this role supports our broader Carefield Living network by:

    Traveling between Carefield communities (approximately 30–40% of the role will require travel)

    Assisting in the development of company-wide Lifestyle programs

    Implementing and auditing Lifestyle programs at multiple locations

    Running monthly support calls with Lifestyle teams across all communities

    Requirements:

    • 1+ year of experience conducting activities in a group setting (senior care preferred)
    • Must be open to working holidays/weekends as needed
    • Valid driver’s license and ability to operate the community van
    • Bachelor’s degree preferred (Gerontology, Kinesiology, Recreation Therapy, Health Promotion)
    • 2–4 years of experience in wellness/activity planning for seniors
    • 1+ year of supervisory experience (budgeting and staff development included)

    Job Summary:

    The Lifestyle Director is responsible for planning and leading the lifestyle programming at the community, ensuring that activities enrich the physical, emotional, and psychosocial well-being of all residents. This position will also support and collaborate with Lifestyle Directors across all Carefield communities to standardize and enhance programming.

    Key Responsibilities:

    • Create monthly event calendars and newsletters
    • Lead community-wide activities, outings, and celebrations
    • Conduct resident surveys to shape programming
    • Oversee transportation coordination
    • Recruit, train, and supervise department staff and volunteers
    • Maintain department budgets and supply inventory
    • Drive residents for community outings as needed
    • Represent Carefield Living’s core values and lifestyle vision across communities
    • Collaborate with other communities to share best practices and support regional lifestyle initiatives

    Physical & Working Requirements:

    • Ability to lift/carry up to 25 lbs., push up to 40 lbs., and assist residents physically during activities
    • Must be able to travel between multiple Carefield communities as needed
    • Must be willing to work evenings, weekends, or holidays when required