What are the responsibilities and job description for the Life Enrichment Director (Hourly) position at New Haven Bastrop?
Life Enrichment Director
We are seeking a dynamic and professional Activities Director to join our team of assisted living and memory care professionals. The Life Enrichment Director is responsible for coordinating, implementing, and evaluating our assisted living program to enhance our resident’s experience, while developing, maintaining and cultivating relationships with community organizations, current residents, and families.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Oversee Activity Programs in both Assisted Living and Memory Care settings.
- Conduct and participate in at least 10 activities per week.
- Develops and implements the monthly calendar of events.
- Update FamilyConnect with images from activities and a calendar of events.
- Plan, coordinate and facilitate life-enrichment programs based on the individual needs and interests of each resident.
- Arranges special entertainment with and for residents including trips outside of the community.
- Coordinate transportation to resident’s appointments, within a 10 mile radius.
- Coordinates all activities with Administrator, Dietary Services Manager, Wellness Director and staff and keeps them informed of all special events.
- Implement specific training programs for staff, volunteers, and/or families.
- Facilitates socialization among residents and resident families.
- Strengthen local community involvement through promotion of volunteerism among members of the community, residents and resident families.
- Prepare and execute special projects as assigned by the Administrator or Management, i.e. Newsletter.
- Assist in completing resident service plans
- Attend and participate in monthly care conferences and staff meetings.
- Provide information as required for Quality Assurance measures.
- Participate in weekend management rotation.
- Ability to participate in Admissions and Marketing as needed.
- Maintain team focus and winning attitude with all staff.
Education, Experience, and Licensing Requirements:
- Associates degree in a related field
- Activities Director certificate desirable
- CPR/FA, 1 & 2 (within 6-12 months of hire)
- 2 years professional or personal experience supporting individuals with disabilities, mental illnesses, or challenging behaviors
- Must have reliable transportation
- Must be over 18 years old
- Must be able to complete infection control training and have no communicable diseases
- Must be able to pass criminal background check/drug test
Benefits:
- Health, dental, and vision insurance
- Paid time off
- On shift meals
- Additional voluntary benefits
- Holiday pay
Reports to Administrator