OSWEGO, N.Y. — Oswego Health has appointed Bryan Jenkins as the new director of Springside at Seneca Hill, an independent senior living community near downtown Oswego.

In this role, Jenkins oversees the daily operations of the community, managing all departments and ensuring the facility provides the highest standard of care and service to its residents.

Jenkins previously served at Oswego Health as director of social services at The Manor at Seneca Hill from 2022 to 2023 where he oversaw a team of social-service professionals and implemented critical behavioral-health programs, Oswego Health said in its announcement. During that time, he also earned a temporary certified nursing assistant (CNA) license, which allowed him to assist with direct patient care and provide support during a demanding time. He also helped develop individualized care plans, offered counseling and support to families, and ensured comprehensive care for residents.

Most recently, Jenkins served as a certified ombudsman for the New York State Ombudsman Program, where he advocated for more than 1,000 residents in long-term care facilities in Oswego and Cayuga counties, per Oswego Health.

Jenkins also previously held leadership positions with Morningstar, where he served as director of social services from 2019-2022, and the State of Montana, where he served as a career development specialist for the Office of Public Assistance.

He holds a bachelor’s degree in marketing management from Juniata College and an MBA from Robert Morris University.