Life Engagement Coordinator

Holstein Senior Living•Holstein, IA

About The Position

The Life Engagement Coordinator (LEC) delivers meaningful programming for residents using the Six Dimensions of Wellness: social, physical, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and emotional. The LEC oversees activities across all levels of care, manages and supports engagement staff, and encourages resident participation through individualized and group opportunities. The position requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and supervision of Assistant Life Engagement Coordinators and Memory Care staff. The role includes developing and implementing resident activities, completing assessments for new residents, coordinating outings and community events, maintaining activity areas and supplies, managing volunteers, preparing a monthly calendar and newsletter, and maintaining departmental records and budget. The coordinator must comply with state regulations related to volunteers and activities, participate in staff training and meetings, and respond to flexible scheduling needs. The position pays $18 per hour. Jaybird Senior Living describes its communities as providing seniors with care and support in an environment that encourages freedom, confidence, and purpose. The company says it has fostered a culture of staff innovation and growth since 2004.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED.
1–3 years of experience working with elderly populations.
Obtain and maintain a chauffeur license within 30 days of hire.
Clean driving record.
Ability to provide proof of auto insurance.
Strong communication, interpersonal, and public relations skills.
Organized, flexible, patient, and professional, with a commitment to the elderly.
Ability to work independently and as part of a team.
Problem-solving skills.

Responsibilities

Develop, plan, and implement resident activities that reflect individual preferences and align with the Six Dimensions of Wellness.
Complete Life Story/Six Dimensions of Wellness assessments for new residents.
Oversee, support, train, and mentor other Resident Engagement staff.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise resident outings and community events.
Maintain activity areas, supplies, and equipment, and manage volunteer involvement.
Prepare and distribute the monthly Resident Engagement calendar and newsletter.
Manage the resident store, if applicable, and create and maintain life stations for Memory Care residents.
Maintain records and comply with state regulations regarding volunteers and activities.
Participate in staff training, in-services, and mandatory meetings, and respond to flexible scheduling needs.
Maintain the Resident Engagement department budget and ensure proper allocation of resources.
Supervise Assistant Life Engagement Coordinators and Memory Care staff.