Life Enrichment Coordinator & Driver, Full-Time

Covenant Living•Evanston, IL

1d•$18 - $21

About The Position

We Are Inspired to Serve. Join us! The purpose of this position is to plan, coordinate, assist and implement a full life enrichment program and volunteer program, as well as maintaining and updating on-campus communication. ESSENTIAL RESPONSIBILITIES: Collaborate with the resident services director in the planning, implementation and facilitation of social and recreational programs at the campus Program include structured individual and group activities and facilitating resident-led events and activities. At times, may be necessary to drive company vehicle when facilitating off campus events. Ensure all social and recreational programming guidelines are in accordance with CL's LifeConnect® philosophy. Support and assist in the marketing of programs to the community and staff, this includes updating the MyCov Life app based on the residents’ level of living. Plan for and escort when needed off-campus events such as educational outings, special trips, musical performances, and others while maintain compliance with CL Policy. Collaborate with the Life Enrichment in the coordination of the resident and community volunteer program. Develop and direct the volunteer program, including recruiting, scheduling, and coordinating volunteers for the campus. Coordinate with other departments in the planning, implementation and facilitation of events to include townhall and resident council meetings. Periodically, this position will be responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing larger-scale events. Update on-campus TV channel. Utilize other methods of formal communication to residents and staff (such as monthly newsletter, information board, etc.) appropriately. Provide newsletter editing as needed. Stay current with trends in the field of recreational programming for older adults and assure that Covenant Living standards for activity programs are met or exceeded. Provide welcome and orientation as new residents move-in create. Update care plans, interventions and attend care conferences as needed. Update care plans, interventions and attend care conferences as needed.

Requirements

Required Degree: High School Diploma or Equivalent
Experience: 2+ Years
Experience in working with senior adults.
Strong communication, organization, creativity, problem solving and teamwork skills.
Design and implement programs compatible with state regulations.
Ability to train and mentor a team.
Develop and schedule life enrichment programs in alignment with patients interests.
Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
Ability to operate various equipment base on department and weather conditions
Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers – typing and/or writing.
Drive the van on scheduled activities & appointments.
Notify the supervisor of any required repairs to the vehicle.
Monitor and comply with vehicle inspections schedule.
Clean interior and exterior of van weekly.
Clarity of Vision: For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
For far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more. This is not just the ability to see a person or object, but the ability to recognize features as well.
For peripheral vision, observing an area that can be seen up and down or to right or left while eyes are fixed on a given point.

Nice To Haves

Preferred Degree: Associate’s Degree

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the resident services director in the planning, implementation and facilitation of social and recreational programs at the campus
Program include structured individual and group activities and facilitating resident-led events and activities.
At times, may be necessary to drive company vehicle when facilitating off campus events.
Ensure all social and recreational programming guidelines are in accordance with CL's LifeConnect® philosophy.
Support and assist in the marketing of programs to the community and staff, this includes updating the MyCov Life app based on the residents’ level of living.
Plan for and escort when needed off-campus events such as educational outings, special trips, musical performances, and others while maintain compliance with CL Policy.
Collaborate with the Life Enrichment in the coordination of the resident and community volunteer program.
Develop and direct the volunteer program, including recruiting, scheduling, and coordinating volunteers for the campus.
Coordinate with other departments in the planning, implementation and facilitation of events to include townhall and resident council meetings.
Periodically, this position will be responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing larger-scale events.
Update on-campus TV channel.
Utilize other methods of formal communication to residents and staff (such as monthly newsletter, information board, etc.) appropriately.
Provide newsletter editing as needed.
Stay current with trends in the field of recreational programming for older adults and assure that Covenant Living standards for activity programs are met or exceeded.
Provide welcome and orientation as new residents move-in create.
Update care plans, interventions and attend care conferences as needed.