Memory Care Life Enrichment Manager

Grace Management•Henderson, NV

1d•Onsite

About The Position

At Vista Pointe at Mira Loma, we are dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through compassionate care and unwavering support. We are seeking individuals who share our commitment to creating exceptional living experiences and who are eager to contribute to a supportive, family-like atmosphere. When you join Vista Pointe at Mira Loma, you become an integral part of a team that values making a positive difference every single day. If you are driven by empathy and excellence, we invite you to bring your talents to our welcoming community.

Requirements

Minimum two years of experience in senior housing/dementia.
Possess a genuine loving and caring attitude for seniors.
Have the ability to train and teach.
Must maintain networking skills.
Must have a valid driver’s license and transportation means for work related projects.
Ability to read, write, and speak English.
Must have the interpersonal skills to work with various levels of people, associates, and residents.
Familiarity with office equipment including fax, copier, computers, scanner, phone, postage meter.
Be free of communicable disease.
Completion of drug testing and criminal record background check upon hire and upon request of supervisor/Grace Management Human Resources.
Physical requirements include bending, standing, lifting, stooping, sitting, walking, stretching, and ability to lift/carry up to 40 pounds.

Nice To Haves

Degree in Human Services, Recreational Therapy, Music Therapy, or Art Therapy desired.
Computer proficiency of Microsoft Excel, Word, and Publisher.

Responsibilities

Responsible for the organization, planning, and facilitation of activity programs designed to promote the overall wellness of an Assisted Living and Memory Care resident population.
Support the Wellness Director in managing resident-related issues and assist with training care associates to ensure the highest quality of life for residents.
Complete “My Life Story” for each resident in IL/AL preferably prior to or during the move-in process (no later than 3 business days after move-in).
File original “My Life Story” in the resident’s chart and keep a copy in a secure area accessible to associates; use My Life Story to develop a base on which to create the program of activities to meet the residents’ individual needs.
Complete “A Passport Into My Life” for each resident in the Village Program preferably prior to or during the move-in process (no later than 3 business days after move-in).
File original “A Passport Into My Life” in the resident’s chart and keep a copy in a secure area accessible to associates; use Passport to develop a base on which to create the program of activities to meet the residents’ individual needs.
Plan, coordinate, and ensure implementation of all activities.
Ensure that the program will include morning, afternoon, and evening activities, 7 days a week, 365 days a year; Present for or assure coverage for all activities, including those occurring on holidays, evenings, and weekends.
Create a well-balanced Assisted Living program to reflect activities that meet residents’ social, emotional, recreational, spiritual, educational, and physical needs.
Create monthly Village Program calendar using Village Program schedule and modifying it to current residents. Each calendar will contain activities from the following areas: physical activities, cognitive stimulation, social activities, sensory stimulation, self-care (maintaining independence), comfort activities, community activities, cultural activities, and inter generational activities. Meaningful activities are scheduled 7 days per week from breakfast until after dinner.
Develop individualized activity service plan for each Village Program resident in conjunction with Wellness Director and Resident Care Assistants.
Review activity involvement and revise plan as necessary and at least on a quarterly basis.
Assist families with creating memory boxes to represent individuality and memories of the resident’s life for each Village Program resident.
Develop a transportation program to include regularly scheduled trips into the community (i.e., shopping, meals out, etc.) for Assisted Living and Village Program.
Collaborate with the Wellness Director to devise a schedule that allows the van to be scheduled for medical appointments for Assisted Living residents on a regular basis; Assist in escorting residents on trips as necessary.
Assist the Sales Team in developing and implementing the community’s marketing plan; Provide tours to the residents; May be required to serve as weekend Manager on Duty per the community’s program.
If applicable, is responsible for care of pets, which belong to the community; Maintain veterinary records as required by State regulations; May enlist the help of volunteers (resident or outside) but is ultimately responsible for the proper care of each pet.
Coordinate volunteer program, including recruitment, training, and supervision of volunteers; Include residents and family volunteers when available and appropriate; Contact community sources to expand volunteer base and to vary resident activities.
Monitor inventory and is responsible for activities, supplies, and equipment.
Work within monthly and annual budget guidelines.
Coach, train, and enhance performance of Resident Care Assistants; Supervise and provide direction to Life Enrichment Assistants.
Comply and follow established regulatory and company policies and procedures.
Participate in interviewing new care associates in Memory Care and as assigned.
Coordinate with other departments, i.e., marketing, dining service, activities, administration, housekeeping, and maintenance, to ensure the highest quality of life for residents.
Report any suspected or witnessed instances of verbal, mental, or physical abuse to Wellness Director and/or Executive Director, and take appropriate action as needed.
Demonstrate the ability to function as a positive team member in sharing responsibilities for the administration of resident services in cooperation with all members of the team.
Maintain emotional composure and stay calm in all situations.
Participate in resident care conferences, stand-up meetings, and other community meetings as assigned.
Act on constructive feedback by listening to supervisor, customers, and peers and use it to improve performance.
Maintain resident, associate, and community confidentiality.
Know, follow, and educate on residents’ rights.
Demonstrate positive attitude and ability to work well with all people, particularly the elderly.
Participate in projects or committees as assigned.
Attend all associate meetings including in-service education and associate functions, as requested by supervisor.
Participate in new hire orientation program and other regular associate meetings or functions.
Assist in variety of tasks involving residents as assigned.