Description

Harbor’s Edge is a premier 5-star, resort-style Continuing Care Retirement Community (CCRC) located alongside the beautiful harbor in Norfolk, Virginia. Our community consists of 300 Independent Living Residential Units, a 33-bed (Medicare/private) Skilled Nursing Healthcare Unit, a 40-bed Assisted Living Unit, and 34-bed Memory Support Unit. 

We are seeking a highly qualified, full-time Life Enrichment Coordinator to join our team to deliver excellent care for our residents. The ideal candidates will have senior living experience (e.g., long-term care, assisted living, memory support) with a passion for working with an elderly population. 

The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for assisting the Director of Health & Wellness in designing and implementing an activity program fostering the basic concepts of wellness and to maintain residents at their maximum potential level of functioning. The program shall maintain a balance of recreational activities that facilitates physical and mental stimulation, including socialization, education, fitness, creative and performing arts, and crafts. 

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Execute the needs of the program outlined by the Director of Health & Wellness.
• Develop, implement, schedule, manage, and provide therapeutic recreational activities (including evening and weekend activities) for community residents.
• Complete necessary assessments required by regulations/guideline and/or policies and procedures. Maintain activity progress notes in each resident’s chart as appropriate and within the documentation guidelines set forth in policies and procedures.
• Coordinate with other staff members to schedule events and use of facilities. Schedule and post all activity calendars on each unit and provide a calendar to all residents.
• Assist with planning, organizing, and implementing various resident committees as directed by supervisor.
• Perform necessary and required assessments to include (not limited to) Minimum Data Set (MDS) assessments and activity assessments.
• Drive residents to and from activities offsite.
• The position falls under the direct supervision of the Director of Health & Wellness. The position is not required to supervise or direct other employees.

Requirements

REQUIREMENTS:

• High school diploma or equivalent (GED).
• At least two (2) years of related work experience with the elderly population.
• Certified Activity Professional or equivalent, Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) may be considered.
• Adult CPR certification, First Aid, AED certification required.
• Current VA Driver’s License with acceptable driving record required. CDL preferred.
• Ability to read and write, follow written and verbal instructions, and communicate effectively. 
• Ability to work with the elderly population in a courteous, friendly, productive manner, demonstrating patience, compassion, flexibility, adaptability, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to consistently perform duties with consideration for resident’s rights, demonstrating integrity and discretion in the care of the residents and in handling their health information.
• Ability to evaluate the status of individuals and follow health and wellness program regimens that are safe and effective.
• Demonstrate creativity, resourcefulness, and motivation to work with the elderly population.
• Demonstrate service excellence through daily interactions and be skilled at active listening and public speaking.
• Demonstrate excellent organizational, time management, and multi-tasking skills.
• Observe proper safety protocols and appropriate sanitary techniques.
• Proficiency with applicable computer programs and databases. 

Comprehensive benefit package includes:

• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• 403(b) retirement savings plan with company contribution
• Paid Short-term disability 
• Paid Life insurance
• Tuition reimbursement
• Paid certification training
• Six paid holidays
• Paid time off

*Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

EOE/M/F/D/V/DFW