Life Enrichment Coordinator - Full Time

HarborChase; Wilmington (DE); Sur place; USD 21 000 - 28 000; Plein temps

Résumé du poste

HarborChase is seeking an Activities Assistant to support the planning and execution of community activities for residents in Delaware. You will coordinate schedules, assist with monthly calendars and newsletters, and encourage participation while promoting resident independence.

You will also assist with supply ordering, accompany residents on outings when needed, and help maintain safety and privacy for residents, including familiarity with Safe Return or similar programs where applicable.

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent required.
• Experience or background in arts or therapies preferred.
• Ability to communicate effectively with residents, families, and staff.
• Experience in social or recreational programming in licensed healthcare setting preferred.
• Knowledge of Alzheimer's Dementia preferred.

Responsabilités

• Assist DLE with planning, coordinating and running community activities.
• Help plan monthly activities calendar and newsletter.
• Encourage residents to participate and support independence.
• Assist with ordering supplies and equipment for activities.
• Attend outings off-site and supervise residents for safe, meaningful trips.
• Maintain Activity Participation Tracking Chart and support Parallel Programming.

Connaissances

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Safety awareness

Creativity

Multitasking

Formation

High school diploma

Background in art, music, drama, or occupational therapy

One-year experience in a social or recreational program in a licensed health care setting

Knowledge of Alzheimer's Dementia

Description du poste

Description

Essential Functions:

• Assist the DLE with planning, coordinating and running all community activities
• Assists with the planning of the monthly activities calendar and monthly newsletter (if necessary)
• Encourages residents to participate in community activities, assisting them to attend, while supporting the resident’s independence
• Help with ordering supplies and equipment for regular activities
• May be required to attend outings off-site and help to keep track of residents ensuring a meaningful and safe trip for all
• Carry out other duties as assigned by the DLE
• Help maintain the Activity Participation Tracking Chart, if applicable
• Assists in the success of the community Parallel Programming schedule
• When interacting with residents and/or family members, is mindful of the Resident’s Rights to Privacy
• May be required to safely drive the residents to and from the activities when needed
• The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
• The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of the residents
• Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability to perform the job safely or competently.

Non-Essential Functions:

• Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant leadership
• Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
• Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
• Attends required community meetings as required
• Complete all required courses in adherence with HRA University
• Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on a regular, predictable basis
• Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent if applicable
• All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Requirements

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:

• High school diploma
• Background in art, music, drama, or occupational therapy preferred
• Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management, associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts
• One-year experience in a social or recreational program in a licensed health care setting preferred
• Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Dementia preferred

Background Screening Requirement

In all Florida Companies, this position requires a Level 2 background screening through the Florida Care Provider Background Screening Clearinghouse. For more information regarding the Clearinghouse, disqualifying offenses, and exemption procedures, please visit: https://info.flclearinghouse.com