Life Engagement Coordinator

Parker Place Retirement Community•Parkersburg, IA

About The Position

The Life Engagement Coordinator (LEC) delivers meaningful programming for residents by incorporating the Six Dimensions of Wellness: social, physical, spiritual, intellectual, environmental, and emotional. The LEC oversees activities across all levels of care, manages engagement staff, and promotes participation through individualized and group opportunities. The role requires a flexible schedule, including evenings and weekends, and supervision of Assistant Life Engagement Coordinators and Memory Care staff. The LEC develops and implements resident activities based on individual preferences, completes Life Story/Six Dimensions of Wellness assessments for new residents, supports and trains engagement staff, and coordinates outings and community events. The role also involves maintaining activity spaces and supplies, managing volunteers, producing a monthly calendar and newsletter, managing the resident store if applicable, and maintaining Memory Care life stations. The LEC maintains required records, complies with state regulations, participates in staff training and meetings, and manages the department budget. Jaybird Senior Living provides seniors with care and support in a living environment intended to help residents enjoy each day with 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 reflecting individual preferences and the Six Dimensions of Wellness.
Complete Life Story/Six Dimensions of Wellness assessments for new residents.
Oversee, support, train, and mentor Resident Engagement staff.
Plan, coordinate, and supervise resident outings and community events.
Maintain activity areas, supplies, and equipment.
Manage volunteer involvement.
Prepare and distribute the monthly Resident Engagement calendar and newsletter.
Manage the resident store, if applicable, and create or 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.