ProAging Career Center

The Brightview Experience
... vibrant people creating vibrant communities

For over ten years, our Brightview communities have provided outstanding service and amenities coupled with personalized care for seniors. Some of our residents are seeking a vibrant retirement lifestyle in our independent living apartment homes, some require the services of assisted living and long-term care, still others find specialized Alzheimer's and memory care services in our "Wellspring Village". Across the range of our award-winning communities, Brightview has come to set the standard in senior living.

Located throughout the Mid-Atlantic and New England states, our communities boast top quality architectural design and amenities. But it's not just the beautiful gardens, elegant restaurant style dining, fitness centers, on-site salons, grand pianos, or even lively pubs that make our communities special. They're filled with caring and compassionate associates who take great pride in making a difference in the lives our residents each day. Join us and you'll discover a rewarding career as a part of a team of passionate professionals who feel great about the work they do and the people they do it with. In short, Brightview is simply a great place to live and a great place to work.

How you will serve our residents and our community:

• Consistently and genuinely demonstrate the STARS principles of Service, Teamwork, Action, Reputation and Success in all activities and interactions.


• Determines resident programming preferences, talents and needs through new resident orientation, informal feedback sessions, resident council meetings, discussions with family members, and on-going dialogue.


• Designs and implements vibrant cultural, physical, intellectual, educational, spiritual, social,
  service/volunteering and special interest activities based on resident input.


• Tracks resident activity participation and adjust calendar events accordingly.


• Engages residents, staff, families and the external community in activities and volunteer opportunities.


• Aligns with external organizations, family members, and educational institutions to establish synergistic partnerships for the delivery of quality programs and volunteerism.


• Establishes an active volunteer program that a) promotes resident philanthropic involvement and b) recruits and supervises volunteers to assist in the delivery and creation of diverse programs.


• Stays abreast active aging and generational trends in order to enhance the community programming department; shares relevant information for the professional development of the community staff.


• Recruits and selects associates (where applicable) following BVSL hiring standards and tools; forwards final candidates to Executive Director for final approval.


• Coordinates and supervises Program Assistant(s) and Driver(s) schedules and duties.


• Transports and/or accompanies Residents to and from outside activities and appointments in community
  vehicle(s).


• Coordinate vehicle maintenance with the Maintenance Director.


• Develops community communications, such as a monthly newsletter and activity calendar, to residents, families and to the Marketing Department.


• Manages monthly budget for activity supplies, entertainment, food, etc., and staffing as appropriate.


• Assists Executive Director in preparation and execution of annual budget.


• Works with other Department Heads in planning and conducting orientation and in-service training.




• Effectively administers and participates in Brightview’s “Manager on Duty” program.


• Participates in and attends all in-service training and education programs as scheduled.




• Other duties as assigned.

Supervisory Responsibilities:

Leads and coaches Program Assistants and Drivers (where applicable). Carries out supervisory responsibilities in accordance with BVSL policies and applicable laws. Responsibilities include interviewing, hiring, and training associates; planning, assigning, and directing work; appraising performance; rewarding and disciplining associates; addressing complaints and resolving problems.


With our residents in mind, the right candidate will have:

• High School diploma or GED, 4 year degree preferred.


• Previous experience in planning and delivering programs, preferably for older adults.




• Computer proficiency in Microsoft Word, Excel, PowerPoint and the use of Internet resources.


• Driving record in good standing and willingness to drive community vehicle(s) to transport residents.


• Ability to organize and manage multiple priorities.


• Strong customer orientation to older adults.


• Strong verbal communication skills and the ability to connect and communicate effectively with diverse audiences.


• Strong written communication skills including proper grammar.


• Positive attitude, enthusiasm and energy.




• Ability to effectively communicate in English.

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