Life Engagement Coordinator

Parker Place Retirement Community • Parkersburg, IA

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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 coordinator develops and implements resident activities, 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 maintains activity areas, supplies, and equipment; manages volunteer involvement; prepares a monthly Resident Engagement calendar and newsletter; maintains records and regulatory compliance; and manages the department budget. Depending on applicability, the coordinator may manage the resident store and maintain life stations for Memory Care residents.

Jaybird Senior Living provides seniors with care in a supportive living environment. The company describes a culture that encourages staff innovation and growth while supporting residents and their families.

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 and 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 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 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.
• Supervise Assistant Life Engagement Coordinators and Memory Care staff.

Benefits

• Competitive salary and bonus opportunities
• Health, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance
• 401(k) with match
• Paid time off
• Flexible hours
• Employee assistance program
• On-demand pay
• Career growth in a fast-growing company

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED