Website Madonna Gardens Assisted Living & Memory Care
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
