Life Enrichment Coordinator

Cedarhurst of Bethalto•Bethalto, IL

About The Position

The Life Enrichment Coordinator reports directly to the Life Enrichment Director and supports the development, implementation, and oversight of a comprehensive life enrichment program. The role enhances residents’ quality of life by planning and facilitating meaningful activities, events, and experiences that encourage social engagement, physical and cognitive stimulation, creativity, and emotional well-being. The coordinator works with residents, families, and community team members to ensure programs reflect residents’ interests, abilities, and life stories and help foster health, purpose, and joy. The position includes helping plan and lead activities and events, introducing new residents and families to the programs, assisting with resident assessments and activity documentation, and driving the community bus for outings or appointments as needed. The coordinator is expected to communicate effectively, collaborate with others, take direction and initiative, and help address conflicts as needed.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent.
License to drive the community bus, or ability to obtain one within 30 days of employment.
Demonstrated proficiency with common digital tools and applications, including Microsoft Outlook, Excel, and Word; web-based platforms; electronic health record systems; and applicable HR-related systems.
Ability to walk or stand for extended periods and move throughout the community, resident apartments, and other areas.
Ability to communicate effectively and identify and interpret written information.
Ability to lift up to 50 pounds independently and up to 200 pounds with assistance.
Ability to follow infection prevention and control protocols, including use of PPE when necessary.

Nice To Haves

CPR or BLS certification preferred.

Responsibilities

Assist in planning, scheduling, and leading community activities, holiday celebrations, and special events.
Introduce new residents and their families to the community’s life enrichment programs.
Assist in coordinating holiday decoration displays for the community.
Contribute to resident assessments by assisting with the completion of Life Stories or ensuring they are completed.
Assist with activity attendance and family messaging in Cedarhurst’s electronic platform.
Attend monthly virtual education meetings provided by Home Office Support.
Drive the community bus for outings and appointments as needed.
Support effective communication between community staff and residents’ families regarding residents’ physical, personal, and emotional well-being.
Work collaboratively, take direction from management, show initiative, and engage in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
Complete other duties as assigned.
Follow infection prevention and control protocols, including using personal protective equipment when necessary.
Participate in staff activities that foster teamwork, unity, and morale.
Stay current with required training and ongoing education and pursue continuous learning.