Life Engagement Director

New Haven Assisted Living of Kyle•Kyle, TX

16h•Onsite

About The Position

This position will provide leadership and resources while actively serving the residents of their community through the six dimensions of life: social, intellectual, emotional, spiritual, physical, and dignified personal care. Under the supervision of the Executive Director, the designee will provide regular contact with the residents through individual and group activities. This is a full-time position that may require weekends, holidays, and/or evenings.

Requirements

Must be at least 18 years of age or a high school graduate.
Current and valid state driver’s license.
Must be able to speak & hear well enough to verbally interact with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
Must be able to see well enough to read and write English, use a computer, and visually interact with residents, families, staff, and visitors.
Must be able to exert 20-50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or 10-25 pounds of force frequently, and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.
Loving and empathetic approach to residents & co-workers.
Effective documentation, clear and timely.
Effective customer service, written and verbal communication skills.
Physically able to lead activities.
Knowledge of safety, risk management, and emergency procedures.
Openness to change, forward thinking, flexibility.
Coachable.
Problem-solving abilities.
Team player.
Time management skills.
Organizational skills.
Takes initiative & can self-manage.
Creativeness.

Responsibilities

Establish a functional recreation program with a therapeutic approach.
Ensure the activity program contains a balanced mixture of activities addressing the social, emotional, spiritual, physical, and intellectual needs of residents.
Provide opportunities for residents to engage in one-on-one, small group, and large group activities throughout the course of the scheduled shift.
Promote, plan, and carry out a full recreation program.
Review each resident's medical and social history, as well as update resident's preferences, likes, and dislikes, to determine appropriate activities tailored to their unique requirements and skills.
Monitor and evaluate resident response to program inclusion and resident safety.
Oversee the development of the community’s engagement team (this includes the engagement assistants and/or engagement coordinator).
Document resident engagement and activity participation in a timely manner, on a daily basis.
Maintain supply inventory & organization of activity supplies.
Coordinate with outside groups and organizations to arrange programs for residents.
Recruit, train, supervise, and assist volunteers, therapeutic recreation internships, or students.
Incorporate intergenerational opportunities for the community.
Attend corporate compliance training and adhere to policies and procedures, including monthly staff trainings & bi-monthly conference calls.
Communicate with the team regarding potential health concerns/changes in the physical or mental condition of residents.
Assist in marketing responsibilities (i.e. taking inquiries and/or giving tours) when management, marketing, and/or team leaders are not available.
Create & update the monthly activity calendar.
Assist residents with meals, including snacks & drinks throughout the day.
Assist residents with completion of self-care and/or occupational activities of daily living, as needed.
Assist in the transfer and/or lifting of residents as needed.
Research & present new activity ideas.
Participate in resident outings.
Update the engagement spotlight board (monthly calendar, newsletter, entertainment announcements, birthdays, etc.).
Manage the Picture Board/E-mailing pictures.
Plan special events such as resident birthdays and community parties.
Celebrate resident birthdays unless otherwise noted.
Provide at least 4 holiday parties and other events per year where families are invited (e.g., near Easter, 4th of July, Thanksgiving, & New Year’s).