What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Coord position at HRA?
Essential Functions:
- Assist the DLE with planning, coordinating and running community activities
- Assists with the planning of the monthly activities calendar and monthly newsletter (if necessary)
- Encourages residents to participate in community activities, assisting them to attend, while supporting the resident’s independence
- Help with ordering supplies and equipment for regular activities
- May be required to attend outings off-site and help to keep track of residents ensuring a meaningful and safe trip for all
- Carry out other duties as assigned by the DLE
- Help maintain the Activity Participation Tracking Chart, if applicable
- Assists in the success of the community Parallel Programming schedule
- When interacting with residents and/or family members, is mindful of the Resident’s Rights to Privacy
- May be required to safely drive the residents to and from the activities when needed
- The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
- The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents
- Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.
Non-Essential Functions:
- Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
- Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
- Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
- Attends required community meetings as required
- Complete all required courses in adherence with HRA University
- Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
- Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent if applicable
- All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents
Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:
- High school diploma
- Background in art, music, drama, or occupational therapy preferred
- Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts
- One-year experience in a social or recreational program in a licensed health care setting preferred
- Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Dementia preferred
