Life Enrichment Specialist (Activities Coordinator)

Rockingham County (NH); Brentwood (NH); On-site; USD 42,000 - 54,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Benefits

Generous paid time off

Job summary

Rockingham County, NH seeks a Life Enrichment Specialist to partner with the Life Enrichment Supervisor to plan and implement engaging activities that support resident well-being. You will develop individualized care plans, coordinate programs, and create monthly activity calendars.

Work with residents, families, volunteers and staff, ensure activities reflect diverse interests and comply with regulations, and help expand fundraising and volunteer efforts.

Qualifications

• Associates degree in related field; or Two years of related experience in the activities programming field with demonstrated leadership skills and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education, work and experience will be considered.
• CPR and First Aide Certification.
• Must possess a valid, unencumbered current driver's license in good standing, with acceptable driving record.
• Certified Activities Director preferred.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize, coordinate, and implement a diverse range of programs and activities that support resident engagement and well-being.
• Develop individualized activity care plans, coordinating programs and special events, creating monthly activity calendars, and supporting fundraising and volunteer initiatives.
• Collaborate with nursing staff and other departments to maximize resources and participate in care plan reviews and quality improvement efforts.
• Provide departmental leadership in the absence of the Life Enrichment Supervisor to ensure continuity of services for residents.

Skills

CPR certification

First aid certification

Driver's license

Education

Associate degree in related field

Certified Activities Director

Job description

Welcome to the commerce center of Southern New Hampshire! Here at Rockingham County, NH, we service our local community through efforts at our County Attorney's Office, Registry of Deeds, Sheriff's Office, Department of Corrections, Finance Office, Human Resources, Nursing Home, Assisted Living Community, and Facilities Operations. We believe in empowering and challenging our team members through opportunities of growth, education, and wellness initiatives. Our team is driven by our mission of serving our community. Be a part of the bigger picture, work alongside industry professionals, enjoy fantastic benefits + generous paid time off, and discover the Rockingham County difference.

SCOPE OF POSITION:

The Life Enrichment Specialist works in partnership with the Life Enrichment Supervisor to plan, organize, coordinate, and implement a diverse range of programs and activities that support resident engagement and well-being. This position helps to ensure residents have access to meaningful opportunities that reflect their individual interests, abilities, backgrounds, and preferences while maintaining compliance with all applicable federal, state, and local regulations and facility policies. We are committed to providing preventative and restorative care to all residents and clients here at Rockingham County. We are committed to creating an environment where residents can enjoy meaningful experiences and maintain a high quality of life. The Life Enrichment Specialist plays an essential role in achieving this mission by helping develop and coordinate activity programs that encourage social, emotional, spiritual, environmental, intellectual, and recreational engagement. Working closely with residents, families, volunteers, vendors, and interdisciplinary team members, the Life Enrichment Specialist assists with developing individualized activity care plans, coordinating programs and special events, creating monthly activity calendars, and supporting fundraising and volunteer initiatives. Further, this position helps ensure activities are inclusive of residents with varying interests, cultural backgrounds, cognitive abilities, and physical capabilities. The Life Enrichment Specialist also collaborates with nursing staff and other departments to maximize resources, participates in care plan reviews and quality improvement efforts, and helps maintain the day-to-day operations of the Life Enrichment Department. In the absence of the Life Enrichment Supervisor, the Life Enrichment Specialist provides departmental leadership and support to ensure continuity of services for residents.

• Associates degree in related field; or
• Two years of related experience in the activities programming field with demonstrated leadership skills and/or training.
• An equivalent combination of education, work and experience will be considered.
• CPR and First Aide Certification.
• Must possess a valid, unencumbered current driver's license in good standing, with acceptable driving record.

• Certified Activities Director preferred.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Mandatory post offer physical and drug testing for new hire. Criminal records check required.