Tuesday - Saturday: Some flexibility in hours.

POSITION SUMMARYThe Life Enrichment Director helps create a joyful & vibrant community by developing and implementing a meaningful life enrichment program based on residents’ interests, needs and abilities to enhance resident wellness and quality of life. Develops a monthly calendar that communicates this program to the residents, staff, families, visitors and volunteers. Interacts with the greater community, recruiting volunteers and facilitating community involvement.

ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS

• Develops an activities program that meets residents’ interests, needs and abilities.
• Prepares and posts a customized monthly calendar of activities that meet residents’ interests, needs and abilities. Encourages resident involvement in planning monthly calendar.
• Coordinates with the Executive Director for the distribution of the calendar to residents, families, volunteers, leads and appropriate referral sources.
• Encourages and facilitates staff assistance/participation with daily group activities.
• Establishes and maintains a volunteer program through recruiting, interviewing, training, supporting and evaluating volunteers. Matches the skills and interests of the volunteer with the right resident(s) and/or project(s).
• Assists in developing additional resources for special interests of residents, taking full advantage of the skills and abilities of volunteers.
• Provides materials for independent activities.
• Completes initial assessments for all new residents to determine their unique interests and then incorporates into subsequent calendars.
• Encourages family involvement in activity programs and/or other events.
• Displays strong interpersonal and organizational skills. Displays a positive, cheerful and lively demeanor at all times.
• Establishes and maintains outside vendors for health & fitness classes/services, spa services, salon services, & other appropriate activity/health/wellness services as needed.
• Attends and participates in new hire & in-service training.

EXPERIENCE, QUALIFICATIONS & SKILLS

• High School Diploma or equivalent.
• General computer literacy and good knowledge of Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word. Working knowledge of office machines (copier, fax, phone system, etc.).
• Demonstrates basic computer knowledge and ability with an aptitude to learn company applications.
• Experience in a social or recreational program in a healthcare setting preferred.
• Valid driver’s license, and access to a private vehicle for business use may be required.
• Pass a Criminal Background and fingerprint check.
• Maintains current food handler’s card.
• Has compassion and a special interest in working with the senior population.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including weekends, holidays and overtime, to meet the requirements of the position.
• Ability to relate positively and communicate appropriately with residents, families, community members, volunteers and other employees.
• Ability to creatively problem-solve in both resident care and employee management
• Maintains clean, neat, comfortable, safe environment for residents, staff, and visitors.
• Ability to read, write, speak and understand English
• First Aid and CPR
• Meets all mandatory health requirements by State regulations.
• Ability to work independently (with minimum supervision)

BENEFIT INFORMATION (Dependent on full time or part time status)

Benefits include paid time off, medical/dental/vision insurance, life insurance and 401(k). Incentive for night shifts and assistance fund to help with hardships or continuing education