Life Enrichment Coordinator

Sagewynn; Sioux Falls (SD); On-site; USD 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

Sagewynn on Lake Lorraine is seeking a Life Enrichment Coordinator to support day-to-day programs and events for residents across independent living, assisted living and memory care. You will assist the Director of Life Enrichment in operations, scheduling and communication to residents and families.

Responsibilities include planning activities, coordinating with departments, organizing outings and contributing to monthly calendars and newsletters.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in a healthcare related field preferred.
• One or more years of experience in a health care or related field preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families and staff.

Responsibilities

• Assist planning, facilitation and evaluation of Life Enrichment programs.
• Coordinate activities with other departments and organize resident outings.
• Plan and participate in special events and publish calendars/newsletters.
• Monitor inventory and assist with surveys and documentation.
• Collaborate with the Life Enrichment Director to recruit and train volunteers.
• Maintain records for Activity Care Plans and progress notes.

Skills

Independent decision making

Effective communication

Elderly care empathy

MS Office proficiency

Education

Bachelor's degree in healthcare field

Job description

SIOUX FALLS, South Dakota, United States Life Enrichment Day

Shift

Day

Term

Full-time

Onsite

Community Information

Sagewynn on Lake Lorraine has served the Sioux Falls community since 2017. Here, team members serve a range of lifestyles and care levels, including independent living, assisted living, and memory care. We take pride in delivering Platinum Service®, our commitment to put residents and their families at the heart of everything we do. Join our team and come see why our team members consistently place Sagewynn on Lake Lorraine above other communities as a great place to work.

Enjoy the total rewards of competitive pay plus benefits centered on you while performing meaningful work.

The Life Enrichment Coordinator plays an integral role in the success of our team, our community and creating a place our residents are proud to call home. The primary purpose of this position is to help facilitate day-to-day programs, scheduled events and assist the Director of Life Enrichment by supporting the overall operations of the Life Enrichment Department.

Essential Job Functions

• Assist with the implementation, facilitation and evaluation of the Life Enrichment programs.


• Coordinate activities with other departments.


• Organize and facilitate resident outings.


• Plan and participate in special events.


• Communicate complaints and grievances to the Life Enrichment Director.


• Assist with publishing a monthly calendar and community newsletter.


• Monitor supply inventory and recommend replenishment as needed.


• Participate in community surveys (inspections) made by authorized government agencies.


• Assist with the plan of correction for deficiencies noted during survey inspections.


• Assist with planning, conducting, scheduling timely in-service, and orientation classes.


• Collaborate with the Life Enrichment Director to recruit and train volunteers.


• Complete necessary documentation related to Activity Care Plans, assessments and progress notes as assigned.


• Participate in care conferences and discharge planning when needed.


• Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

Knowledge and Critical Skills

• Be able to make independent decisions and follow instructions.


• Deal tactfully with personnel, prospects, residents, family members, visitors, government agencies/personnel, and the public.


• Capable of working with ill, disabled, elderly, and emotionally upset people within the facility.


• Communicate effectively in a manner that is sufficient for supervisors, team members, prospects, residents, and families.


• Knowledge/proficiency of Microsoft Office Suite.

Education and Experience

• Must meet all applicable state and federal requirements for this position.


• Bachelor's degree in a Healthcare related field preferred.


• One or more years of experience in a Health Care or related field preferred.

Supervisory Responsibility

This position does not have any direct reports or supervisory requirements.

Working Conditions and Physical Demands

Tasks assigned to this position may involve potential and/or direct exposure to blood, body fluids, infectious diseases, air contaminants, and hazardous chemicals.

Physical Requirements - The Physical activities of this position involve:

• Prolonged periods of sitting at a desk and working on a computer


• Prolong periods of standing, walking community


• Must be able to lift, carry and pull up to 30 pounds at times


• Must be able to push up to 50 pounds at time


• Times when kneeling, crouching and reaching


• Alternate between standing and sitting

Cognitive Requirements - The Cognitive activities with or without prosthetics of this position are:

• Executes tasks independently


• Ability to express yourself clearly and effectively

Environmental Requirements - An individual in this position may be exposed to:

• Ambient room temperatures, lighting and traditional office equipment as found in a typical office environment


• Times where you may work outdoors in varying weather conditions (e.g., if there is a barbeque).

Other Requirements -

• Ability to work nights, weekends and holidays, upon request


• Ability to work overtime as needed

Platinum Service ® is characterized by a high level of responsiveness delivered in a competent, timely and caring way. Employees commit to providing courteous, responsive, and quality service to our residents by following the principles of our Platinum Service® program.

Conclusion

All employees are expected to follow all policies and procedures. These policies and procedures can be found in the employee handbook, department policy and procedure manuals and with your supervisor. This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the position and it is not intended to be an exhaustive list of skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. Nothing in this job description restricts management's right to assign or reassign duties and responsibilities at any time.

Acknowledgement

I understand this job description and its requirements, and that I am expected to complete all job-related duties as assigned. I understand the essential functions may be altered from time to time.

By signing below, I acknowledge I am able to perform the essential functions of this job with or without a reasonable accommodation. If I require a reasonable accommodation, I will inform the recruiter/hiring manager, my manager, or Human Resources and agree to participate in the interactive process to discuss possible accommodations.

This company is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to disability, race, color, veteran status, religion, sex, national origin or other protected statuses.