Life Enrichment Coordinator

GENERAL SUMMARY:

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for the overall planning and implementation of a varied activity and educational programs designed to meet the requirements of LCS Lifestyles & Health Services and the 8 Dimensions of Wellness. 

PRINCIPAL DUTIES:

Essential Job Duties:

1. Assists with planning and coordinating activities and events, discussion groups & clubs, one on one activities, sensory stimulation, cultural activities, religious services, special entertainment, off-campus outings, special events, in-house movies, intergenerational programing, instructional courses; such as, arts & crafts, seminars, workshops, presentations; Active Aging Week, health & fitness activities, customized activities for Alzheimer/Dementia and Parkinson affected residents, marketing events, holiday parties; etc.
2. Completes monthly calendars and event flyers for scheduled activities.
3. Interviews and develops individual resident assessments to accurately provide recreational programs based on individual needs and resident interest.
4. Coordinates Resident Council and family meetings.  Arranges special meetings for residents and families to address special interests and provide educational opportunities.
5. Directs the movement of residents to and from recreational areas on and off campus.
6. Prepares and maintains pertinent reports, studies and schedules in accordance with state and federal regulations.
7. Assists with purchasing and keeping inventory of activity supplies and equipment.  Inspects recreational equipment to determine repair and maintenance needs and cleanliness.
8. Directs volunteer activities and provide training as needed.
9. Interprets the goals and objectives of the recreational program to staff, volunteers, relatives, and guests.
10. Maintains accurate documentation of residents’ progress and responses to programs in EMR System.
11. Flexibility of hours will involve evenings and weekends.

Other Duties:

1. Coordinates events with other departments.
2. Strong communication skills
3. Participates in the research and preparation of department budget, including supplies and equipment.
4. Attends in-service training and education sessions, as assigned.  Must be CPR, AED and First Aid certified.
5. Performs specific work duties and responsibilities assigned by supervisor and/or Health Services Director.

HOSPITALITY FOCUS: 

High Point Center for Care fully embraces a culture of hospitality. To that end, we include the following hospitality promises as a guide for our interpersonal interactions with residents, co-workers, and guests:

1. We greet residents, employees and guests warmly, by name and with a smile.
2. We treat everyone with courteous respect.
3. We strive to anticipate resident, employee and guest needs and act accordingly.
4. We listen and respond enthusiastically in a timely manner.
5. We hold ourselves and one another accountable.
6. We embrace and value our differences.
7. We make residents, employees and guests feel important.
8. We ask “Is there anything else I can do for you?”
9. We maintain high levels of professionalism, both in conduct and appearance, at all times.
10. We pay attention to details.

WELLNESS FOCUS:

High Point Center for Care employees are expected to promote a healthy community culture for all residents and employees.  This is a whole-person approach to health and wellness which includes eight dimensions of wellness:  Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Physical, Social, Spiritual and Vocational.  Through these efforts we can ensure and exceed residents’ wellness needs relating to their mind, body and soul, which may also have a positive effect on the employees, as a result.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• A Bachelor of Science or Bachelor of Arts degree.  BS in Therapeutic Recreation is preferable.
• At least two (2) years’ experience in a social or recreational program in a licensed health care setting within the last five years is preferred.
• At least one (1) year experience working in Assisted Living/Memory Care preferred.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS/WORKING CONDITIONS:

Frequent standing, stooping, bending, stretching, squatting for approximately 60% of workday.  Must be able to lift and carry up to 50 lbs. occasionally.  Must be able to push residents weighing up to 250 lbs. in wheelchairs.  May be exposed to communicable diseases, HIV and Hepatitis B viruses, industrial and household chemicals, offensive odors and combative behavior.