Memory Enrichment Facilitator

Belmont Village Oak Park; Oak Park (IL); On-site; USD 42,000 - 62,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental & Vision insurance

Mental Health benefits

Prescription benefits

Flexible Spending Account

Paid Time Off

401(k) employer match

Disability & life insurance

Job summary

Belmont Village Oak Park is hiring an Activity Enrichment Leader to guide small-group programs for cognitively impaired seniors using our Whole Brain Fitness curriculum. You will teach, engage, and adapt activities across fitness, art, music, and memory enrichment to inspire learning and social connection.

The role requires a background in recreation/education, at least 6 months leading groups with a special needs population, and the ability to work a Tue-Sat or Sun-Thu 9am-5:30pm schedule.

Qualifications

• Associates Degree with coursework in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Psychology, Education or a related field of study.
• Bachelor's Degree preferred.
• Minimum of 6 months leading group activities with a special needs population.
• Ability to work the defined schedule for this position which may include weekends.
• Must be able to communicate clearly in verbal and written English.
• Professional, pleasant, adaptable with a team oriented attitude.
• Consistent and reliable attendance is essential for all Belmont Village employees to ensure the successful operation of the community.

Responsibilities

• Leading and teaching small groups of cognitively impaired seniors using our award winning therapeutic Whole Brain Fitness programs.
• Preparing materials and conducting relevant research to confidently lead engaging memory enrichment activities
• Assisting with Cognitive Assessments, tracking and trending of resident participation and maintaining compliance related documentation

Skills

Teaching experience

Group leadership

English communication

Education

Associate degree

Bachelor’s degree preferred

Job description

Belmont Village Oak Park is hiring an Activity Enrichment Leader to guide small-group programs for cognitively impaired seniors using our Whole Brain Fitness curriculum. You will teach, engage, and adapt activities across fitness, art, music, and memory enrichment to inspire learning and social connection.

The role requires a background in recreation/education, at least 6 months leading groups with a special needs population, and the ability to work a Tue-Sat or Sun-Thu 9am-5:30pm schedule.