Life Enrichment Director

The Life Enrichment Director shall develop and implement meaningful activity and recreational programs for the entire community, including Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and Memory Care (MC). The programs must embrace and fulfill the needs, as well as varied interests of the residents while promoting or enhancing physical and psychosocial wellbeing.

Responsibilities

Plans and develops an effective resident activities program including leisure and educational opportunities for residents of all ages, interests and physical limitations; Serves as a member of the facility's management team to identify resident needs, submit recommendations and participate in program planning decisions; Attends resident association meetings and works with resident committees in an advisory and supportive capacity; Provides a link between resident associations and staff; Plans, coordinates and implements a daily activity program in compliance with Harmony Senior Services guidelines and standards, including a monthly activity program for all levels of care (IL, AL and MC); Meets with each new resident to complete the Resident Life Profile; Involves Program Coordinator/Activities Assistant in activity programming as needed; Consults regularly with families regarding residents' participation in activities; Oversees programming budget and maintains expenses within budgeted guidelines; Maintains activities area and supplies in a neat and orderly fashion; Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on life enrichment and quality of life for residents; Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, families, visitors and staff; Coordinates and oversees volunteer opportunities

Requirements

Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or activities professional eligible for certification by a recognized accrediting body (such as NCTRC or NCCAP), or two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one year full time in a long-term care setting serving seniors with Alzheimer's and other dementias; Certified Dementia Practitioner or eligible for certification; Maintain applicable state requirements of dementia-specific training; High level of effective written and oral communication with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public; Compassion for and desire to work with the senior population; Self-starter who works responsibly and independently and is also a team player; Honest, fair, dependable, and respects confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others; Experience planning, organizing and executing varied life enrichment opportunities for all levels of seniors, including those with cognitive impairments; Exceptional organizational skills; Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and staff; Ability to supervise associates and set up and train volunteers; Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner; Current First Aid and CPR certification or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire; Valid driver's license and good driving record

Benefits

401k; Full-time and part-time benefits packages; Training, development and career laddering; Great work-life balance; Flexible scheduling