Life Enrichment Director

Life Enrichment Director# Careers Home## Life Enrichment Director Apply:
Hockessin, Delaware:
Full time:
Posted Yesterday:
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- McGovern Road, Hockessin, Delaware 19707#

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

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.