Life Enrichment Coordinator

Cedarhurst of Beaumont•Lexington, KY

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 plans and facilitates activities, events, and experiences that foster residents’ social engagement, physical and cognitive stimulation, creativity, and emotional well-being. The coordinator works with residents, families, and community team members to tailor programs to residents’ interests, abilities, and life stories, helping create an environment that promotes health, purpose, and joy. The coordinator assists with activity programming, resident introductions and assessments, holiday decorations, attendance records, and family communications. The role may also include driving the community bus for outings and appointments. Team members are expected to communicate effectively, collaborate with colleagues, follow management direction, take initiative, and participate in ongoing training and education. Employment offers are contingent upon completion of a background check and drug screening, required health assessments, and use of designated PPE as required by policy and law.

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 and use 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 taking activity attendance and completing 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.
Ensure community staff effectively communicate with residents’ families about residents’ physical, personal, and emotional well-being and care.
Work collaboratively, take direction from management, and take initiative, including engaging in conflict intervention and resolution for residents, families, employees, and others as needed.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Follow infection prevention and control protocols, including using PPE when necessary.
Participate in staff activities that foster teamwork, unity, and morale.
Stay current with training and ongoing education and pursue continuous learning.