Life Enrichment Coordinator

The Huntington at Nashua; Nashua (NH); On-site; USD 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A non-profit organization in Nashua is seeking a Life Enrichment/Activities Coordinator to engage with residents through various planned activities. The ideal candidate will have experience working with seniors, strong communication and organizational skills, and the ability to foster a welcoming atmosphere. This role involves developing monthly activity calendars, managing logistical arrangements for trips, and ensuring resident safety and participation in activities.

Benefits

Paid meal breaks

Education Assistance

Employee Recognition

Health Benefits

Generous Earned Time Program

Qualifications

• Prior experience working in a residential community, preferably with seniors.
• Excellent clerical and computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required.
• Financial skills a plus.

Responsibilities

• Develop a monthly offsite activities calendar for distribution.
• Provide opportunities for residents to suggest and participate in trips.
• Work closely with the Director of Life Enrichment regarding planning and budgeting.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Organized and detail oriented

Leadership skills

Team building skills

Networking skills

Education

High school education or higher

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Overview

We are currently seeking a Life Enrichment/Activities Coordinator to join our team! Flexible hours and days are available; just ask and we are happy to discuss with you! Join a team who has fun together and enjoys interacting with our caring residents.

BENEFITS:

• Hourly pay with paid meal breaks and discounted food options.
• Scholarship Program / Education Assistance.
• Employee Recognition.
• Employee Assistance Program.
• Health Benefits available with a minimum of 30 hours per week.
• Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Supplemental Life Insurance, Short-Term Disability, Fitness Reimbursement, Retirement Savings with company match.
• Generous Earned Time Program.
• Time and one - half paid for all hours worked on six major holidays.

Responsibilities

Responsibilities:

• Develop a monthly offsite activities calendar for distribution 1 week in advance of the activity’s month; including signup sheets, flyers and reservations as needed, using the company application Uniguest/Touchtown.
• Review activities calendar with transportation staff prior to distribution. Manage any conflicts to ensure all trips, including medical appointments, are properly addressed in advance of activities calendar distribution.
• Ensure each offsite activity is fully vetted for safety, accessibility and enjoyment for the community.
• Provide ample opportunities for any resident to suggest and participate in any offsite trip as appropriate to their abilities and the destination environment.
• Secure reservations for any trips as required are in place and verify location and timing in advance of trips.
• Provide periodic updates to all trips as needed, verbally, in writing and/or using the company application Uniguest/Touchtown.
• Maintain records for all trips status and participation.
• Work closely with the Director of Life Enrichment and Finance to submit and maintain financial records for all departments spending in a timely and accurate manner; including but not limited to gas for fleet, activities supplies for both independent living residents and healthcare.
• Check email periodically throughout the day and respond timely.
• Create weekly/monthly movie fliers based on resident committee input.
• As needed, at the Director of Life Enrichment’s direction, ensure work orders for all activities and/or events are completed accurately and on time. This includes communication with the Dining and Maintenance departments as needed.
• Maintain the 5 activity bulletin boards and calendar stands throughout the facility – engage resident volunteers when possible.
• Plan and promote all trips with engaging highlights and descriptions including but not limited to pricing and menus when applicable.
• Attend quarterly resident run ‘Life Enrichment Core Committee’ meeting to provide input and guidance to availability of suggestions from the committee.
• Attend monthly ‘Safety Committee’ meeting as the Life Enrichment department representative.
• As directed, work with the Director of Life Enrichment to recruit, screen, interview, train activities staff.
• Work positively and cooperatively with all department personnel as well as residents to provide a welcoming environment.
• Attend annual in-service programs and other required training as assigned.
• Continuously explore new and exciting opportunities for community activities.
• Manage Life Enrichment department petty cash.
• Allow a flexible weekly work schedule that may include some weekends or evening hours.
• Review time-off for transportation staff prior to submitting request(s) to the Director of Life Enrichment for approval.
• Review transportation needs (trips and medical) with staff and provide backup as needed.
• Have a working knowledge of all HIPA policies and procedures.
• Responsible to develop, plan, organize and implement a full array of offsite activities.
• Work closely with the Director of Life Enrichment to review and finalize all aspects of a monthly calendar for 200+ Independent Living Residents. Provide a high-level confidential support to the Director of Life Enrichment.
• Provide direct supervisory responsibility to transportation staff, including but not limited to hiring and reviews.
• Responsible for attending a variety of administrative meetings and resident committees.
• Responsible for ensuring all services invoicing is received and processed timely.
• Ensure all programs are accessible and suitable for the community. Provide a welcoming and positive environment.
• From the Coordinator, in the Director of Life Enrichment’s absence, team leadership including decision making is necessary for all aspects of the workplace within the Life Enrichment department.

Qualifications

Qualifications:

• Prior experience working in a residential community, preferably with seniors.
• Well organized and detail oriented.
• Excellent communication skills and positive attitude.
• Excellent networking skills
• High school education or higher.
• Excellent clerical and computer skills with working knowledge of Microsoft Office suite required
• Strong leadership and team building skills including conflict resolution and negotiations.
• Financial skills a plus
• Foster a positive and collaborative environment that encourages professional development and teamwork across all members of the workplace.
• Foster a positive and collaborative environment that encourages life enrichment to all residents of the community.

Silverstone Living is a non-profit organization supporting Hunt Community, The Huntington at Nashua, At Home by Hunt and Webster at Rye. Our organization is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.