Life Enrichment Coordinator

Parkwood Retirement•Lincolnshire, IL

11h•$19 - $22

About The Position

When you work at Sedgebrook you have a front-row seat to the amazing life stories of the wisest people on earth. What’s more, you are part of an extraordinary company – one that’s investing in the future of senior living by investing in you. Don’t just do a job. Be part of an extraordinary life! Sedgebrook is recruiting for a hospitality focused Life Enrichment Coordinator to join our team! This position assists in the planning, coordinating and directing a wide range of programs and activities that support the social and recreational needs of residents, alinged with Life Care Services' Eight Dimensions of Wellness.

Requirements

High school diploma or GED required; Associate's degree preferred.
One year of experience in geriatrics, recreation, or social administration.
Ability to communicate effectively in English and perform basic arithmetic.
Proficiency in Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook), Canva, and general computer use.
Comfort using smartphones, tablets, and other internet-connected devices.
Must possess a valid state driver's license, good driving record, and consent to annual Motor Vehicle Record (MVR) check.
Must be able to: Lift, stoop, stretch, and use a stepstool for approximately 60-70% of the workday.
Lift up to 50 lbs.
Complete small set-ups independently.
Assist residents in boarding the bus and with sitting, standing, and walking.
Demonstrate adequate visual, hearing, and verbal communication abilities.
Possess a keen sense of smell.
Work in environments where exposure to communicable diseases, bodily fluids that may contain HIV and/or HBV, cleaning chemicals, and occasional odors may occur.

Responsibilities

Collaborate with the Life Enrichment Manager and residents to plan, coordinate and execute a broad scope of social and recreational activities.
Promote a healthy community culture for residents using a whole-person wellness model incorporating Emotional, Environmental, Health Services, Intellectual, Social, Spiritual, Physical, and Vocational dimensions.
Assist residents professionally with program and calendar opportunities.
Track participation and gather feedback to help determine which programs should continue, be modified, or be retired.
Drive residents to and from planned recreational events and programs when transportation is needed.
Coordinate and conduct department orientation for new residents, gathering an shareing interdepartmental information as needed.