Memory Enrichment Specialist (Senior Living)

Belmont Village Senior Living

Chicago (IL)

On-site

USD 42,000 - 52,000

Full time

4 days ago

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Job summary

Belmont Village Senior Living is seeking an Enrichment Leader to plan, organize and implement activities for seniors with cognitive disabilities in our Assisted Living and Memory Care community, following our award-winning memory enrichment program curriculum. The ideal candidate is reliable, empathetic and collaborative in a fast-paced, physically active setting.

Schedule: Tuesday–Saturday 9am–5:30pm, with possible weekend shifts.

Qualifications

Associates Degree with coursework in Recreation Therapy, Social Work, Psychology or a related field.
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 and 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 in 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