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Life Enrichment Director

Harmony Senior Services -
Elkhart, IN

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Job Details

Full-time

Benefits

401(k)

Qualifications

Recreation therapy
Staff supervision
Volunteer coordination for social programs
Program design
Program management
Senior services program management
Volunteer management
Patients with cognitive disabilities
Experience working with individuals with cognitive disabilities
Employee relationship building
Schedule management
Driver's License
Volunteer training
Volunteer coordination program management
Team management
Resident rapport building
Volunteer coordination
Wellness activities for care recipients
Educational program planning
Coordinating resident events

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1129 Parkway Ave, Elkhart, Indiana 46516

Job Description

The Life Enrichment Director shall develop and implement meaningful activity and recreational programs for the entire community, including Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and Memory Care (MC). The programs must embrace and fulfill the needs, as well as varied interests of the residents while promoting or enhancing physical and psychosocial wellbeing.

Plans and develops an effective resident activities program, including a variety of leisure and educational opportunities and activities for participation of residents of all ages, interests and physical limitations.
Serves as a member of the facility’s management team to identify resident needs, submit recommendations and participate in decisions regarding program plans
Attends resident association meetings and works with committees of residents in an advisory and supportive capacity to identify resident and program needs
Provides a link between resident associations and staff
Plans, coordinates, and implements a daily activity program in compliance with Harmony Senior Services guidelines and standards:
Plans a monthly program of activities for all levels of care (i.e., IL, AL and MC) per Harmony Senior Services guidelines
Meets with each new resident to complete the Resident Life Profile
Involves Program Coordinator/Activities Assistant in activity programming whenever necessary
Consult regularly with families regarding resident’s participation in activities
Oversees programming budget and maintain expenses within budgeted guidelines
Maintains activities area and supplies in a neat and orderly fashion
Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on the importance of life enrichment and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents
Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, resident’s families, visitors, and staff
Coordinates and oversees volunteer opportunities.
Requirements:
Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body, such as the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals; or has two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one year of which was full time in a long-term care setting providing programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other related Dementia
Be a Certified Dementia Practitioner or Eligible for Certification
Maintain applicable state requirements of dementia specific training
High level of ability in effective and succinct communication, written and oral with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public
Must have compassion for and desire to work with the senior population
Must be a self-starter and demonstrate the ability to work responsibly & independently as well as a team player
Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others
Must have experience in planning, organizing and executing a varied schedule of life enrichment opportunities for all levels of seniors from those who are very active to those with cognitive impairments resulting from Alzheimer’s and related dementias; Must have exceptional organizational skills
Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and staff
Ability to supervise associates and set up and train volunteers
Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner
Requires current First Aid and CPR certification or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire
Must have valid driver’s license and a good driving record
Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays

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401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
Training, Development & Career Laddering
Great work-life balance
Flexible Scheduling

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