Life Enrichment Coordinator / Recreation Coordinator

Presbyterian Homes • Wayzata, MN

89d • $17 - $22

About The Position

Presbyterian Homes & Services - Folkestone is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator for its team. The Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for planning, implementing and monitoring established life enhancement/life enrichment programming for residents. This position is responsible for promoting the resident's well being and satisfaction by supporting Liberty in all areas of the resident's life. The Life Enrichment Coordinator reports to the Life Enrichment Director.

Requirements

• High School Diploma or related.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, program, implement and coordinate recreation programming for residents.
• Previous experience with seniors preferred.
• Class B license or ability to obtain within six months of hire as required by site.
• Strong communication skills, including good insights into resident preferences and needs.
• Demonstrated communication and relationship building skills with residents.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and positive rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS' mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

• Planning, implementing and monitoring established life enhancement/life enrichment programming for residents.
• Developing and interpreting standards of care, guiding the interdisciplinary team to establish and implement the resident's plan of care.
• Helping to improve systems and eliminate barriers to resident centered care and services.
• Collaborating with residents, families, other professionals and staff to implement established programs that meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents.
• Creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, life enrichment, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning.
• Leading and participating in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
• Assisting residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one.
• Providing for resident leisure life activities.
• Planning, implementing and participating in outings and special events.
• Providing one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.

Benefits

• Accrue PTO (Paid time off)
• Same-day pay
• Employee assistance program (EAP)
• College partnership educational discounts
• Access to Learn to Live Resources
• Health and dental insurance, including applicable HSA & FSA Employer Contribution for eligible Health Plans
• Life insurance (AD&D)
• Retirement, with eligibility for an employer match
• Holiday pay and extended sick
• Vision insurance
• Voluntary short-term & long-term disability
• Accident & hospitalization coverage
• Education assistance programs

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Industry: Nursing and Residential Care Facilities
• Education Level: High school or GED