Life Enrichment Coordinator - Creekside Assisted Living

Elfindale Retirement; Springfield (MO); On-site; USD 32,000 - 42,000; Full time

Job summary

Elfindale Retirement seeks a Life Enrichment Coordinator to develop and implement programs that boost residents' well‑being and dignity. You will relate to elderly residents with professionalism, empathy, and respect, guiding activities that support social, spiritual, and physical health.

You will work Monday–Friday 8:00am–4:30pm with some weekends and evenings as needed, and may participate in training and travel as required by the role.

Qualifications

• Must complete a 36 hour Life Enrichment Coordinator course or have 2 years related experience.
• Excellent verbal and written communication for residents, colleagues and visitors.
• Willingness to participate in trainings and travel if required.

Responsibilities

• Provide activities and programs that enhance residents' spiritual, psychosocial, restorative and physical well‑being.
• Foster dignity and meaningful relationships with residents and families.
• Collaborate with staff to meet regulatory standards and improve resident care.
• Plan, lead and adapt activities to individual resident needs and abilities.
• Participate in in-service trainings and department meetings.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Relationship building

Compassionate care

Education

36 hour Life Enrichment Coordinator course

2 years related experience

Job description

#6466

Springfield, Missouri, United States

Location

VSL Springfield Creekside LLC-V38

External Description

Shift: Monday -Friday - 8:00am - 4:30pm Weekends and Evenings as Needed

Personal Qualifications: Life Enrichment Coordinators have a strong desire to relate to and
work with the elderly. They possess high personal integrity, a caring attitude and portray a
positive image. Life Enrichment Coordinators find fulfillment in building personal
relationships and providing excellent office services. They are committed to doing
whatever it takes to enhance the dignity in people's lives.

Professional Qualifications: Life Enrichment Coordinators will have completed a 36 hour
Life Enrichment Coordinator course and/or have 2 years related experience. Verbal
communication skills are important to carry on conversations with residents, co-workers
and visitors in an understandable manner. Written communication is also important for
necessary documentation. Life Enrichment Coordinators are willing to participate in
educational sessions, inservice training, and demonstrations. Some training may require
out-of-town travel.

Physical Requirements: Life Enrichment Coordinators understand the physical demands
their jobs require and realize they need to:
pass a physical exam.
lift, push, pull and move equipment, supplies, etc.
lift a maximum of fifty (50) pounds occasionally.
lift twenty-five (25) pounds consistently.
be able to move and stretch in such a way as to be able to reach areas above their head
and below their waist.
go up and down stairs.
bend, stoop and twist almost constantly throughout the day.
see and hear well enough to answer phones, greet people and read.
remain active and on their feet for up to four (4) hours at a time.
be able to drive a vehicle.

Key Result Areas

• Consistently uses the Vetter Senior Living Mission, Vision and Values to guide everyday
  decisions and actions.
• Demonstrate a consistently positive, respectful and constructive attitude with both
  residents and staff.
• Demonstrate initiative, active problem solving and a continual desire to improve
  customer service.
• Provide quality services that enhance the spiritual, psychosocial, restorative and
  physical well-being of each resident.
• Build relationships that enhance the reputation of the facility with residents, staff,
  volunteers, family and friends.
• Create and maintain an environment which allows each resident to adjust to their
  limitations and recognize the dignity and worth of each individual.
• Participate in in-service educational classes and meetings directed at improving your
  ability to meet the needs of the residents.
• Maintain and follow established safety precautions and infection control procedures
  when performing day-to-day responsibilities.
• Know, understand and perform responsibilities that meet regulatory and company
  standards.
• Serve as an effective teacher, model, and consultant for other staff.
• Guide and direct the work of other team members to ensure quality life and quality care
  are being provided.
• Be a reliable and positive member of the facility's team.
• Create a cooperative working relationship with other departments.