Job Position: Life Bridges Program Coordinator

Full- time: hourly 35 hours/week

REPORTS to: Life Bridges Program Manager

The Life Bridges Dementia Day Program at MAC focuses on quality of life for people with Alzheimer’s or other dementia, and their caregivers. Housed in a specially designed, secure wing of the building, Life Bridges offers a robust set of activities designed to enrich
the lives of those who attend.

Life Bridges is a place for individuals who can benefit from being around others in a stimulating and positive environment that emphasizes person-centered activities.

Job Description

· Under the direction of the Life Bridge Program Director, the Program Coordinator will assess and manage facilitation of comprehensive activities and care program with other team members and volunteers

· Assists in planning, scheduling, and conducting programs that provide physical, intellectual, social, emotional and reminiscing opportunities for the members.

· Assists, invites, and encourages members to participate in activities.

· Helps plan appropriate programs for holidays and special events and coordinates holiday decorations for the center

· Coordinates with other Senior Center programs to ensure that all equipment and supplies are available for activities and special events

· Assists in maintaining an inventory of activity and programming supplies.

· Works with other Senior Center programs to prepare and organize calendar of events.

· Submits the calendar to the Program Director for final approval. Posts and distributes the calendar

· Maintains the daily member log, assessments, and participation. Provides feedback to caregivers as needed

· Greets new participants and families to introduce the program

· Oversees provided meals for participants.

· Follows all policies and procedures.

· Ensures that all members are always accounted for while in attendance.

· Participate in conferences and training opportunities as required

· Participate in staff team meetings

Qualifications

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills, and abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Educational Requirements and Experience

· Associate degree or equivalent from two-year college or related training

· One-three years preferred in assisted living, long term memory care or experience/exposure to the senior population.

· Care experience with individuals with Alzheimer’s or related dementia

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

· Ability to communicate effectively in writing and verbally

· Patience and sense of humor a must!

· Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals.

· Ability to write routine reports and correspondence.

· Ability to speak effectively before public groups or MAC employees

· Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.

· Ability to use Microsoft Windows, including Word and Excel. Ability to use software to design calendars and signs.

· Ability to use email and the Internet.

Competencies

· Must demonstrate an interest in working with a senior population

· Interacts with member, families, volunteers and staff in a courteous and friendly manner

· Responds promptly to member needs

· Supports organization's goals and values

· Balances team and individual responsibilities

· Ability to delegate

· Ability to handle multiple priorities

· Competent in organizational, time management skills, and the ability to coordinate and plan for event planning

· Must demonstrate good judgment, problem solving, and decision-making skills

· Ability to work a flexible schedule

· Ability to work semi-independently without direct supervision

· Friendly, enthusiastic and positive attitude and a TEAM player.

Working Conditions: Works in and out of temperature-controlled environments, which may become warm, congested and busy at times. May be required to bend, sit, stand, walk, exercise for short/long periods of times and operate specific office equipment. Must regularly lift and /or move up to 10 pounds, and occasionally lift and/or move up to 25 pounds. Close vision and distance vision are need for this job.

Other Requirements:

· Criminal background check required prior to employment

· Valid driver’s license

· Ability to work a flexible schedule at times

· Fully vaccinated – FDA-authorized COVID – 19 vaccine/booster

Evaluation:

· Methods: Evaluation form with review by Program Director

· Frequency: 90 Day for a new employee and annually thereafter.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.00 - $18.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 403(b)
• 403(b) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person