Life Enrichment Coordinator IL

Position Title: FT Life Enrichment Coordinator

Department: Life Enrichment / Activities

Exempt Status: Hourly / Non-Exempt

Supervisor: Director of Life Enrichment

Responsible for assisting the Director of Life Enrichment in planning, scheduling and coordinating meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of residents and conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being. Help to ensure the activity programs are appropriately presented by staff.

Essential

Job Duties:

(Other duties will be assigned as needed) Must be willing and able to do the following:

• Assist the Director of Life Enrichment with scheduling and coordinating all resident activities monthly.
• Assist with preparation and distribution of weekly program contents.
• Assist with gathering information, articles, and photos for newsletter.
• Assist with planning and coordinating special events including events for seasonal holidays.
• Assist in planning and conducting arts program, entertainment for special events, monthly birthday parties, group games, weekly religious services and individual independent projects that reflect the “Life Enrichment” activities.
• Assist the Director in maintaining an adequate supply of books, puzzles, magazines, and games.
• Assist the Director in training all staff on activity-related programs.
• May be responsible for transporting residents to appointments, scheduled programs, as well as regular and special recreational outings.
• Perform other duties as requested by The Carrington.

High school diploma or equivalent in education, training and experience

One-year activities/life enrichment experience working with seniors

The ability to speak, read and comprehend the English language

Knowledge of special needs of residents (physical, mental and social)

Familiarity with Microsoft Office Suite products

Familiarity with Adobe Acrobat and/or Adobe Reader

Must have strong interpersonal skills working with seniors; ability to read, write and speak the English language.

Must possess patience and sensitivity to others needs

Ability to work with community groups

Willingness to work beyond normal working hours

Must possess current and valid driver’s license consistent with the requirements determined by size of vehicle and laws of the state in which the driver is licensed.

Possess a Dementia Practitioner Certification within 90 days of hire

Works indoors and outdoors; must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. independently; must be able to bend, stoop, reach, and balance frequently throughout the workday.