Independent Living Lifestyle Coordinator

Job Title: Independent Living Activity Coordinator

FLSA Status: Non-exempt

Department: Life Enrichment (Activities)

CORE VALUES:

Natural; inherent to our organization

• Proactive and Gritty – We have perseverance and passion to accomplish long-term goals. Although intense when needed, our real strength comes from our stamina.
• Flexibility – We are here to serve with custom-tailored solutions. We are proud to represent a diverse group of clients.
• Radically Candid – Saying what we think with caring intentions helps identify and solve issues quickly. Debate, decide, commit, and execute with excellence.

SUMMARY:

The Activity Coordinator is responsible for assisting the residents within the roles of the Life Enrichment Department in accordance with current standards, guidelines and regulations, company policies and procedures, and as directed by the Executive Director to assure that an on-going program of activities is designed to meet, in accordance with the assessment, the interests and the physical, mental, and psychological well- being of each resident. Make recommendations to the Life Enrichment Director regarding resident preferences, calendar items, scheduling, and programming.Reports to: Executive Director.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS, DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

The essential duties and responsibilities described below are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the basic functions of the position. While every effort has been made to identify the essential functions of the position, it in no way states or implies that these are the only duties you will be required to perform. The omission of specific statements of duties does not exclude them from the position if the work is similar, related or is an essential function of the position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions of the position.

• Primary responsibility is to assist with a creative social atmosphere throughout the property and promote resident and family participation through regularly scheduled events, activities, special programs and guest speakers, movie showings, exercise sessions.
• Assist with the coordination and attendance of special functions and activity programs for major Holidays.
• Ensure activities and events acknowledge and meet the cultural, religious and ethnic diversity and interests of the residents and their families.
• Actively encourage resident participation in all activities.
• Actively engage in residents’ activities.
• As directed, plan, schedule, prepare and conduct staff in-services.
• Ensure knowledge remains current regarding senior activities through completion of continuing education courses and networking opportunities with other community professionals.
• Support the Executive Director in referral source development efforts, work cooperatively with Community Marketing Directors and assist with marketing events held at the community to build the census of the property.
• Assist with the “New Resident Welcome” program at the community.
• Assist with Resident Birthday” program at the community.
• Assist with set-up of special events.
• Aid in community marketing effort through demonstrated proficiency and willingness to conduct community tours, participation in all required marketing events and through positive/friendly interaction with all potential residents, family members and referral sources.
• Obtain and maintain all state required certifications/licenses.
• Encourage teamwork through cooperative interactions with co-workers and other departments.
• Support a positive and professional image through actions and dress.
• Maintain a safe and secure environment for all staff, residents and guests, following established safety standards.
• Perform other duties consistent with position as assigned by the Executive Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:

Education & Experience: Prefer two (2) years' experience assisting in an activity program in a long-term care setting.