Life Enrichment Coordinator

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Life Enrichment Professional to join our team. The ideal candidate will have a passion for enhancing the lives of residents through engaging programs and activities. This role requires at least 2 years of experience in creating, implementing, and managing resident programs, as well as demonstrated abilities in relationship building, team supervision, and vendor management. Experience with state and federal regulations for A/L and SNF preferred!Position SummaryUnder the guidance of the Director, plans, coordinates, supervises, and manages the Life Enrichment Department. Identifies the therapeutic and recreational needs of individual and coordinates programs to meet these needs on a group or individual basis.  This position is usually that of a one person department whose responsibility does not include personnel management or budget development.   Under guidance and direction of department Director may provide supervision to assigned staff, to include hiring, scheduling, performance management, development, and trainingEssential DutiesOversees and implements meaningful activities, appropriate to the individual needs and interests of the participants.Coordinates the Life Enrichment program with other departments through on-going communication and collaborative efforts.Responsible for ensuring all statutory and regulatory requirements applicable to this department are being met.Recognizes special needs within the resident populations and develops programs to meet those special needsDevelops, maintains, and posts a monthly calendar of events in the facility.Works with the volunteer coordinator to implement a meaningful use of volunteers in the life enrichment program.Coordinates, purchases and maintains supplies and equipment as needed.Conducts initial assessments on all new participants to evaluate their therapeutic and recreational needsDrives the bus for scenic rides and large group outings.In compliance with the Company’s policies and under the guidance of the department director, may be responsible for interviewing, hiring, developing, supervising and following the Company’s performance management policy with assigned staff.Other duties as assigned.