Life Enrichment Coordinator / Recreation Coordinator

Presbyterian Homes & Services•Wayzata, MN

2d•$20 - $23

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. SCHEDULE/HOURS: Monday, Friday, and every other weekend. Flexiable with hours. REPORTING STRUCTURE The Life Enrichment Coordinator reports to the Life Enrichment Director. ABOUT THIS COMMUNITY Folkestone100 Promenade AvenueWayzata, MN 55391 Folkestone is a progressive "green" community featuring access to pedestrian walkways, shopping and dining, plazas and open space, public art and fountains - all walking distance from downtown Wayzata and Lake Minnetonka. As an employee you can take advantage of a variety of amenities such as: - Heated underground parking for all employees- Discounted employee meals- Free Fitness Center access- Heated streets and sidewalks (no snow and ice in the winter!)- Lots of dining choices nearby- Brand new equipment This community offers the following care options: Assisted Living, Assisted Living with Memory Care, Enhanced Assisted Living, Care Center/Long Term Care

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

Promoting the resident’s well being and satisfaction by supporting Liberty in all areas of the resident’s life.
Developing and interpreting standards of care, guiding the interdisciplinary team to establish and implement the resident’s plan of care with the resident and his/her family and the Household team.
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 and the Household, including creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, life enrichment , exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
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. Provide for resident leisure life activities. Take residents outdoors, or out in the facility community.
Planing, implementing and participating in outings and special events.
Providing one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.