Life Enrichment Director

Anne Arundel Operations LLC; Laurel (MD); On-site; USD 42,000 - 65,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

401k + Benefits Packages

Training, Development & Career Ladder

Great work-life balance

Flexible Scheduling

Job summary

Harmony Senior Services in Laurel, Maryland is seeking a Life Enrichment Director to develop and implement meaningful activity and recreational programs for Independent Living, Assisted Living, and Memory Care residents. You will lead a team, engage families, and ensure programs meet Harmony Senior Services guidelines while promoting physical and psychosocial wellbeing.

You will plan daily and monthly activities, coordinate with staff and volunteers, and manage the activities budget.

Qualifications

• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or eligible for certification.
• Two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one year of which was full time in a long-term care setting providing programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other related dementias.
• Certified Dementia Practitioner or eligible for certification.
• Must have current First Aid and CPR certification or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the senior population.
• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate the ability to work responsibly & independently as well as a team player.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops an effective resident activities program for IL, AL, and MC.
• Serves as a management team member to identify resident needs and participate in decisions about program plans.
• Attends resident association meetings and coordinates with committees to identify needs.
• Provides a link between resident associations and staff.
• Oversees daily activity program and monthly activity planning for all levels of care.

Skills

Therapeutic recreation

Activities professional

Certified Dementia Practitioner

First Aid & CPR

Excellent communication

Job description

3825 Fort Meade Road, Laurel, Maryland 20724

Job Description

Job Description The Life Enrichment Director shall develop and implement meaningful activity and recreational programs for the entire community, including Independent Living (IL), Assisted Living (AL), and Memory Care (MC). The programs must embrace and fulfill the needs, as well as varied interests of the residents while promoting or enhancing physical and psychosocial wellbeing.

Responsibilities

• Plans and develops an effective resident activities program, including a variety of leisure and educational opportunities and activities for participation of residents of all ages, interests and physical limitations.
• Serves as a member of the facility’s management team to identify resident needs, submit recommendations and participate in decisions regarding program plans.
• Attends resident association meetings and works with committees of residents in an advisory and supportive capacity to identify resident and program needs.
• Provides a link between resident associations and staff.
• Plans, coordinates, and implements a daily activity program in compliance with Harmony Senior Services guidelines and standards: Plans a monthly program of activities for all levels of care (i.e., IL, AL and MC) per Harmony Senior Services guidelines.
• Meets with each new resident to complete the Resident Life Profile.
• Involves Program Coordinator/Activities Assistant in activity programming whenever necessary.
• Consults regularly with families regarding resident’s participation in activities.
• Oversees programming budget and maintain expenses within budgeted guidelines.
• Maintains activities area and supplies in a neat and orderly fashion.
• Provides guidance and acts as a resource to staff on the importance of life enrichment and other areas regarding the quality of life for residents.
• Supports a dignified and caring atmosphere for residents, resident’s families, visitors, and staff.
• Coordinates and oversees volunteer opportunities.

Requirements

• Qualified therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional who is eligible for certification as a therapeutic recreation specialist or an activities professional by a recognized accrediting body, such as the National Council for Therapeutic Recreation Certification or the National Certification Council for Activity Professionals.
• or has two years of experience in a social or recreational program within the last five years, one year of which was full time in a long-term care setting providing programs for seniors with Alzheimer’s and other related Dementia.
• Be a Certified Dementia Practitioner or Eligible for Certification.
• Maintain applicable state requirements of dementia specific training.
• High level of ability in effective and succinct communication, written and oral with residents, families, staff, vendors and the general public.
• Must have compassion for and desire to work with the senior population.
• Must be a self-starter and demonstrate the ability to work responsibly & independently as well as a team player.
• Must be honest, fair, dependable, respect confidentiality and the rights and privacy of others.
• Must have experience in planning, organizing and executing a varied schedule of life enrichment opportunities for all levels of seniors from those who are very active to those with cognitive impairments resulting from Alzheimer’s and related dementias.
• Must have exceptional organizational skills.
• Ability to establish effective relationships with residents, family members and staff.
• Ability to supervise associates and set up and train volunteers.
• Ability to represent the Community in a positive and professional manner.
• Requires current First Aid and CPR certification or eligibility to obtain within 60 days of hire.
• Must have valid driver’s license and a good driving record.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule to include days, evenings, weekends and holidays.

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.

Why Harmony?

• 401k + Fulltime & Part-time Benefits Packages
• Training, Development & Career Laddering
• Great work-life balance
• Flexible Scheduling
• Pay Range: $35,568.00 - $575,000.14

Harmony Senior Services is a certified Great Place To Work and one of the country’s fastest growing companies in the luxury senior living industry offering independent living, assisted living, and memory care in 45+ locations across the United States.

Harmony Senior Services was founded on the belief that people deserve access to high quality senior living options. It is our honor to provide each resident, family member, and associate with the same care, compassion, and respect we would for our own family. We are a family serving families. Our team members are the foundation of the Harmony family, and we strive to create an environment where everyone feels safe, supported, and valued.

We are passionate about serving our residents and their families while fostering a meaningful and fulfilling workplace for our team. Begin your journey with Harmony Senior Services and join one of the leaders in the senior living industry today!

We are an Equal Opportunity Employer and do not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, religion, sex (including pregnancy, gender identity, and sexual orientation), national origin, age, disability, genetic information, or any other legally protected status. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace.