Life Enrichment Coordinator - Dementia Care & Activities

Presbyterian Homes & Services; BLOOMINGTON (MN); On-site; USD 27,000 - 31,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health and dental benefits

Retirement with employer match

Holiday pay and extended sick

Job summary

Presbyterian Homes & Services Founders Ridge in Bloomington, MN seeks a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan, implement and monitor engaging programs for residents, with dementia experience required.

The role supports resident well-being, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and leads activities including outings and chat circles. Evening/weekend flexibility is expected, with a Class B license or willingness to obtain it within six months.

Qualifications

• High School Diploma or related.
• Demonstrated ability to plan, program, implement and coordinate recreation programming for residents. Previous experience with seniors preferred.
• Class B license or ability to obtain within six months of hire as required by site.
• Strong communication skills, including good insights into resident preferences and needs. Demonstrated communication and relationship building skills with residents.
• Able and willing to work flexible hours such as during evenings and weekends for planned programs.
• Demonstrated enthusiasm, initiative and positive rapport with residents, staff, families and volunteers.
• Demonstrated compatibility with PHS' mission and operating philosophies.
• Demonstrated ability to read, write, speak and understand the English language to communicate with all customers.

Responsibilities

• Promoting the resident’s well-being and satisfaction by supporting Liberty in all areas of the resident’s life.
• Developing and interpreting standards of care, guiding the interdisciplinary team to establish and implement the resident’s plan of care with the resident and his/her family and the Household team.
• Helping to improve systems and eliminate barriers to resident centered care and services.
• Collaborating with residents, families, other professionals and staff to implement established programs that meet the psychosocial and activities needs of residents and the Household, including creating diverse opportunities for meaningful pursuits, daily pleasures, life enrichment, exercise, friendships, social interaction, growth and learning, fun and enjoyment, personal routines, spontaneous activity and Household rituals.
• Leading and participating in Chat Circles with residents and staff in the household daily.
• Assisting residents with activities of their choice, group, individual or one on one. Provide for resident leisure life activities. Take residents outdoors, or out in the facility community.
• Planning, implementing and participating in outings and special events.
• Providing one on one interaction with residents based on preferences.

Skills

Strong communication skills

Flexible hours

Resident-focused care

Education

High School Diploma or related

Job description

Presbyterian Homes & Services Founders Ridge in Bloomington, MN seeks a Life Enrichment Coordinator to plan, implement and monitor engaging programs for residents, with dementia experience required.

The role supports resident well-being, collaborates with the interdisciplinary team and leads activities including outings and chat circles. Evening/weekend flexibility is expected, with a Class B license or willingness to obtain it within six months.