Engagement Aide

TITLE OF IMMEDIATE SUPERVISOR:
Engagement Director DEPARTMENT:
Resident Engagement STATUS:
Non-exempt/HourlySUMMARYThe Engagement Coordinator is responsible for coordinating and overseeing multiple engagement programs to meet a variety of physical and cognitive needs with a balance of productive, leisure, self-care, restorative and spiritual activities all while recognizing individuality and well-being of each resident and adhering to the strict standards of Orchard Senior Living's philosophy of care. QUALIFICATIONS AND EDUCATION REQUIREMENTS Must be 21 years of age or older

Must have prior experience within the senior care industry

Must successfully clear a background check, TB skin test or x-ray, and health screening

Current CPR certification

Must have a valid driver's license

Current certificate of training for successful completion of the five (5) hour initial fire safety training provided by the Rules and Regulations of the Georgia Safety Fire Commissioner PRINCIPLE DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Ensures ability-based opportunities are available to the residents for socialization, personal growth, exercise, community integration, spiritual development, recreation and performance improvement Executes Activity Programs created by the Engagement Director containing a balanced mixture of activities addressing cognitive, recreational, and activity of daily living (ADL) needso Cognitive activities include, but are not limited, to arts, crafts, storytelling, poetry readings, writing, music, reading, discussion, reminiscences, and reviews of current eventso Recreational activities include all socially interactive activities, such as board games and cards, and physical exercises
-Pet Therapy is encourage do Self-care ADLs include cleaning, dusting, cooking, gardening, and yard work-Residents must be allowed to perform self-care ADLs as a long as they are able to promote independence and self- worth

Successfully implements the activity calendar on a daily basis

Work with residents who choose not to participate in a large group activities to provide at least one small group or one-on-one activity per day Review each resident's medical and social history, preferences, and dislikes, in determining appropriate activities for the resident
- Activities will be tailored to the residents' unique requirements and skills

Encourages client and family participation in activities of daily living to increase their independence and self-esteem Trains, mentors and directs staff in facilitating activities Plans quarterly in-house events that promote family, joy and socialization Develops a monthly professional newsletter that is distributed to residents and mailed to recipients by the first day of each month

Directs, supervises and provides training for the community memory care program

Schedules outside entertainment to come to the community for the residents' enjoyment

Enrolls and coordinates volunteers to assist residents, offer special programs and provide additional support to the overall activities program

Completes initial activities questionnaire with new residents and/or families to identify interests, talents, hobbies, spiritual preferences and social needs

Budgetary responsibilities include reviewing financial and budget transactions, assisting with budget development, and budgetary control in relation to the activities department Responsible for interviewing, hiring and training engagement assistants and driver; planning assigning and directing work; apprising performance; rewarding and disciplining employees; addressing complaints, and resolving problems

Takes a leadership role in decorating and celebrating major holidays, including but not limited to Valentine's Day, Mother's Day, Father's Day, July 4th,…