Life Enrichment Resident Event Coordinator

Bethany Village Graceworks • Dayton, OH

19h • $17 - $20

About The Position

Plans and provides activities for Independent Living residents. Life enrichment services are geared to stimulate residents and promote or maintain independence and increase self-esteem. Activities include physical, intellectual, creative, social, spiritual, and service/volunteering opportunities.

Requirements

• High School diploma.
• Time management, excellent communication, public speaking, group management, flexibility, inter-disciplinary collaboration, and ability to work in stressful, dynamic situations are necessary.
• One year experience working in activity programming, education, or field with related skill set is required.

Nice To Haves

• Experience with older adults and/or people with dementia preferred.

Responsibilities

• Oversee, plan and carry out special events, group and individual activities and outings with residents in our Independent Living areas. This includes planning, organizing, and making necessary reservations. (includes holiday decorating and party planning, and program-related communication).
• Work with and communicate with the other Resident Event Coordinators when planning and implementing programs and developing monthly calendar of events.
• Build monthly newsletter using office suite programs with attention to detail. Technical/computer skills are critical to this role.
• Monthly budgeting assistance based upon calendar of events.
• Utilization and participation with volunteers (resident and non) to assist with activities.
• Shop for and gather supplies and materials necessary to implement all activities.
• Work closely with transportation to schedule bus transportation based on event needs.
• Communicate to residents and staff plans for activities and develop descriptions about upcoming activities/events for the calendar.
• Must be able to lead large and small group activities, sometimes alone and sometimes in collaboration with other Bethany staff.
• Good time management, organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills are necessary.
• Flexibility in timing, approach, and collaboration are crucial.
• Responsible for assessing resident activities preferences and interests and then providing those activities.
• Perform other duties as directed.
• Please note that some events happen after hours and on weekends based on schedule planning.
• Adhere to all policies and procedures of the organization and all federal and state laws regarding the privacy of protected health information and use of technology and technology-based information.
• Responsible for welcoming and on-boarding new employees.

Benefits

• Tuition reimbursement options
• Paid time off
• Employee Assistance Program and Success Coach are free resources to help you be successful in all areas of your life
• Health Insurance
• Dental Insurance
• Extended Illness Benefit

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: High school or GED