Director of Memory Care Lifestyle Enrichment

Lutheran Senior Services•Valley Park, MO

19h•$51,675 - $82,500•Onsite

About The Position

The Director of Lifestyle Enrichment provides the coordination and oversight of activities that enrich the lives and the lifestyle of the residents. This role provides supervision to Lifestyle Enrichment staff in the delivery of Lifestyle Enrichment functions that support the domains of wellness including social, intellectual, physical and spiritual for residents in assigned levels of living.

Requirements

2 years of prior experience in an activity/lifestyle enrichment role with demonstrated leadership skills
Must be CPR BLS (basic life support) certified with the American Red Cross
Demonstrates a high degree of creativity and resourcefulness
Recognizes the value of extra-ordinary customer service and values person-centered care
Strong organizational skills and the ability to lead a team
Strong verbal and written communication skills with employees, residents and families
Proficient computer skills

Nice To Haves

A degree in a related field (Therapeutic Recreation, Art or Music Therapy, Social Work) preferred
If working in Pennsylvania, ability and willingness to obtain Activity Director Certification within two (2) years. Process of obtaining certification must be presented to Human Resources within one (1) month of assuming role.
Active driver’s license preferred

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and facilitates lifestyle enrichment functions for a level of living; Stays current on new and innovative ideas balancing the dimensions of wellness; Assesses the needs of the residents and evaluates participation levels in planning future activities and functions
Completes an evaluation of residents’ individual recreation and leisure preferences at the time of resident move in
Hires, trains, and supervises the Lifestyle Enrichment staff in the performance of their duties; Conducts annual performance appraisals; develops and coaches staff as needed
Collaborates with each level of community life to plan and coordinate the monthly Lifestyle Enrichment calendars; distributes calendars to residents and families
If working in Assisted Living, participates in service plans; If working in a Care Center/REACH, assists in care plans
Participates with community and Lifestyle Enrichment leadership in establishing the Lifestyle Enrichment and transportation budget; Monitors and tracks expenses on an on-going basis and balances expenses against budget
Schedules transportation for residents and ensures that company vehicles are properly maintained
May coordinate and oversee the community transportation program involving scheduling of bus resources, hiring and scheduling drivers, maintenance and licensing of vehicles, meeting DOT and other regulations
Develops and changes departmental policies and procedures as needed
Participates in the leadership team staff meetings and supports community-wide and/or departmental efforts
Participates in EverTrue-wide Lifestyle Enrichment meetings and training opportunities
May facilitate and assist the resident council or other resident forums for each level of living in the community
If working in a Care Center or Assisted Living, documents in residents’ charts pertinent information to conform to Clinical policy and state and federal regulations.
If properly licensed, may serve as a back-up for the community Chauffeurs and transport residents offsite in a vehicle they are licensed to drive (DOT certification and a Class C, A, or B driver’s license if transporting 16 or more passengers including the driver; Class D Illinois or Class E Missouri driver’s license if transporting 15 or few passengers including the driver)
May hold the responsibility of coordinating their Community’s volunteer program in conjunction with a designated member of the EverTrue Volunteer and Community Engagement team, which may include determining volunteer needs, onboarding and orientation, record-keeping, evaluation, and retention of the volunteers