About Careertakes

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Applicants for this role may also receive access to additional matched opportunities through the Careertakes platform.

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Overview

Confidential Client is hiring a Director of Resident Programs to lead resident life, activities, and events at a senior living community in Lincolnshire Woods, IL. This role designs and runs daily enrichment programs, special events, outings, and partnerships that promote residents’ wellness across physical, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, vocational, and environmental domains.

Salary: $68,500 (annual)

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What You’ll Do

• Foster a positive, celebratory culture centered on resident dignity and engagement
• Plan and lead daily programs and special events for residents
• Create opportunities for cross-departmental team members to participate and lead programs
• Partner with sales and marketing to plan and promote community events
• Respect and reflect resident individuality, diversity, and spirituality in programming
• Build rapport with residents to encourage active participation
• Implement wellness programming across seven wellness areas (physical, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, vocational, environmental)
• Produce and distribute a monthly events calendar and newsletter by the first of each month that meets brand standards
• Organize and lead off-site trips to connect residents with the broader community
• Develop internal and external partnerships to expand program offerings
• Maintain an active social media presence that promotes community lifestyle and supports marketing efforts
• Oversee the resident ambassador program and community décor for seasonal/holiday events
• Keep program flyers, bulletin boards and digital signs current and on-brand
• Preserve resident dignity, privacy, and confidentiality in all activities
• Hire, train, mentor, and supervise department staff in accordance with Confidential Client HR guidelines
• Secure and maintain department equipment and supplies; manage the department budget and expenses
• Document and maintain department records required to manage programs effectively

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Who We’re Looking For (Qualifications)

• Bachelor’s degree from a four-year college or equivalent combination of education and experience; or 1–2 years related experience and/or training
• Entry-level to early-career (0–3+ years) with demonstrated experience leading small or large group events
• Experience coordinating community partnerships and special events
• Comfortable leading programs independently and adapting quickly when schedules change
• Strong interpersonal skills; able to inspire participation among residents, families, and staff
• Competent with Microsoft Office, Outlook, online learning portals, and social media platforms
• Valid driver’s license and ability to drive for off-site events
• Supervisory experience or willingness to manage and develop team members
• Preferred: event planning background, fitness certification, musical or artistic skills, or other specialty program skills

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Compensation & Benefits

• Annual salary: $68,500
• Competitive benefits package for eligible employees: health, dental, vision, retirement benefits, short- and long-term disability, paid time off
• Access to tools like DailyPay (where eligible) for early access to earned wages
• Supportive team environment with opportunities to shape resident life programming

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Workplace & Legal

• This role reports to the Executive Director and may supervise department staff.
• Confidential Client requires proof of COVID-19 vaccination unless exempt for medical, religious, or other lawful reasons; applicable government requirements may apply.
• Careertakes and our client follow all applicable federal, state, and local employment laws for positions based in Lincolnshire Woods, IL. This posting uses inclusive, non-discriminatory language.

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Key Skills & Tools

• Program and event planning
• Community partnership development
• Group leadership and public engagement
• Social media and digital promotion
• Microsoft Office & Outlook
• Strong written and verbal communication
• Budget and supplies management

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Equal Opportunity & Hiring Transparency

Careertakes and our client are Equal Opportunity Employers committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We prohibit discrimination or harassment of any kind. To support a fair and efficient hiring process, AI tools may be used to assist with application review or resume screening. These tools do not replace human decision-making. Final hiring decisions are made by people.

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