What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Coordinator position at Fort Norfolk Retirement Community, Inc.?

Job Type

Full-time

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.

Certified Therapeutic Recreation Specialist (CTRS) preferred.

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.

Experience working with the cognitively impaired.

Customer Service, Excel, and Microsoft Office experience strongly preferred.

Comprehensive benefit package includes :

Medical / Dental / Vision Insurance

Paid Time Off Six Paid Holidays

Employee Assistance Program (EAP)

Employer Paid - Basic Life & AD&D Insurance

Employer Paid - Short-term and Long-term Insurance

403(b) Retirement Savings Plan w / Employer Contribution

Other benefits :

College Tuition Reimbursement

Employer Paid - Certification Training

Legal Resources & Identity Protection Plan

Benefit offerings vary according to employment status.

EEO / D / V

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