Lifestyle Coordinator Full Time

The-Bristal-At-Armonk; Armonk (NY); On-site; USD 45,000 - 60,000; Full time

Job summary

The Bristal at Armonk is seeking a compassionate Lifestyle Coordinator to help present and coordinate recreational programs for our assisted living residents, including Memory Care guests. You will assist with monthly calendars, newsletters and outings to art galleries, theaters, and events, while ensuring safety and engagement for all residents.

Ideal candidates bring senior care experience and a warm, dependable personality, with the ability to design activities that connect with residents’

Qualifications

• One year of experience with a senior population; Alzheimer’s/dementia experience is a plus.
• At least 6 months of recreation activity or event leadership experience.
• Outgoing, warm and genuine caring personality.
• Ability to create programs that involve residents and generate excitement.
• Dependable with the ability to supervise activities and safe excursions.
• Creative talents in areas like art, music, readings or dance.
• Maintains a neat appearance and professional demeanor.
• Strong listening and communication skills with a positive attitude.
• Experience leading classes or speaking in front of groups; confident delivery.
• High school diploma or equivalent required.

Skills

Senior care experience

Event leadership

Outgoing personality

Strong communication

Creative activities

Education

High school diploma

Job description

We are seeking a creative, compassionate, hands-onLifestyle Coordinatorto assist in presenting and coordinating recreational programs for our assisted living residents, as well as residents with Alzheimer’s disease or dementia in our dedicated Reflections Memory Care Neighborhood. You will assist residents in making the adjustment to a new concept of living at our luxury assisted living community, not only encouraging them to continue pursuing their interests, hobbies and lifestyle activities, but also to develop new and stimulating interests, as well. You will help plan fun and safe trips to suitable destinations, such as art galleries, theaters, music venues, racetracks, sports events as well as religious and cultural programs. You will also help prepare, print and distribute copies of our monthly calendar, newsletters and memos to residents. You will also be expected to perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation. In this role you will maintain a knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and spoken languages, etc., and use this knowledge to encourage resident engagement and participation. The loving attention you bring to the assistance you provide is fundamental to the quality of life and the general wellbeing of our residents every day.

The ideal candidate will have the following skills/qualifications:

• One year’s prior experience working with a senior population, and those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia a plus
• At least 6 months of Recreation activity experience (art therapy, music therapy) or event leadership experience, and preferably in assisted living, long-term care or a similar industry setting
• Be outgoing, warm and have a genuine caring personality
• Able to create programs that get residents involved and excited
• Be dependable and able to supervise activities, special events and safe excursions for the residents
• Has creative talents in one or more areas, such as art, music, readings, dance, etc.
• Always maintaining oneself well-groomed and properly attired
• Demonstrates good listening and communication skills and always presents a positive spirit and professional attitude
• Possesses a proven ability to lead classes and other instructional learning sessions and speak in front of a group setting with ease, confidence and clarity
• Holds a high school diploma or equivalent at a minimum

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