Job description

• JOB DESCRIPTION
• JOB TITLE: Lifestyle Lead
• FLSA Status: Non-Exempt
• JOB SUMMARY: The Lifestyle Lead is responsible for planning, implementing, and leading daily activity programming that fulfills the wellness dimensions of sensory, social, emotional, spiritual, intellectual, and physical enrichment. Position provides on-the-job training and participates in updating care plans as associated with activities.
• ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS:Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential job functions: Orchestrate and lead therapeutic activities for resident participation for individual as well as group structures. Motivate residents to participate in daily planned activities. Provide high level of resident engagement. Establish one-on-one relationships with residents. Maintain daily one-on-one visitation schedule. Conduct resident activity interest surveys. Strengthen resident activity with the development and coordination of programs. Provide hands-on/on-the-job training to newly hired activities assistants. Provide skill-set retraining as assigned. Document resident attendance to activities. Electronically update care plan to include assessment, activity participation and progress notes. Oversee the movement of residents to and from recreational areas to participate in scheduled programs include activities held outside of Community. Plan, create and publish monthly programming and transportation calendar. Communicate on-going performance feedback of activities assistants. Maintain inventory par levels, track inventory and supplies.

Comply with applicable federal, state and local laws, rules, and regulations; maintains knowledge of and follows all company policies and procedures.
Obtain knowledge and demonstrate the principles of Living Lifespace , person directed care and successful aging philosophies and their inherent core values of commitment, respect, compassion, dedication, team work and quality. Team member will support, actively participate and act in accordance with the principles of the Living Lifespace service culture and be familiar with and fluent in the language and service pillars of Living Lifespace.
Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings.

• OTHER DUTIES:Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities and activities may change at any time with or without notice. During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster.
• JOB REQUIREMENTS: High school diploma or equivalent

Associates degree preferred.
Two to three years applicable experience
Certifications required by state regulations. Industry certifications include AAC, ADC, ADPC, and ACC.KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES

• REQUIRED: Possess a genuine appreciation of geriatric population.

Ability to work with demanding residents in a calm and professional manner.
Knowledgeable of computer functions and the ability to learn and use a variety of computerized activity programs. Ability to plan, organize, develop, and efficiently implement events independently and in group involvement.
Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, vendors and team members.
Advanced computer skills.

• ENVIRONMENTAL AND PHYSICAL ACTIVITY REQUIREMENTS: The daily responsibilities of this position constantly require effective talking, hearing, sitting, walking and standing functions. The position often involves medium work, exerting up to 50 pounds of force occasionally, and/or up to 30 pounds of force frequently, and/or a up to 10 pounds of force constantly to move objects. Frequent repetitive motion activities are also required. Must be able to read print and computer based materials and to do so with consistent accuracy. Most of these functions require medium physical exertion and are conducted in a temperature controlled environment with occasional exposure to hot and cold temperature. May be exposed to communicable diseases, blood borne pathogens, cleaning chemicals, dust, odors and a variety of different pets.
• INTELLECTUAL/EMOTIONAL REQUIREMENTS:The occupant of this position must be able to perform the responsibilities of the position well under pressure. The position requires adaptability to performing a variety of duties, often changing from one task to another without loss of efficiency or composure. This position requires the ability to deal with and find resolution to problems and maintain a productive working relationship with team members, and may be interrupted frequently to meet the needs and requests of others. It also requires adaptability to fluctuate between priorities on a daily basis while being responsive to needs as they arise.Lifespace Communities is an equal employment opportunity employer (EEO) to all persons regardless of age, color, national origin, citizenship status, physical or mental disability, race, religion, creed, gender, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, genetic information, marital status, status with regard to public assistance, veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local law.The physical demands described herein are representative of those that must be met to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required for this job. Duties and responsibilities may change at any time with or without notice.
• ACKNOWLEDGEMENT: Team Member signature below constitutes team member's understanding of the essential duties, responsibilities and requirements of the job.
• Additional Job Description Additional Job Description Live your purpose. Grow your career. Thrive through teamwork. Create meaningful, personalized experiences. At Lifespace, team members are at the center of delivering a purpose driven experience for our residents! We provide an environment where each team member can live their aspirations, developing in their career, making a difference, and being a part of a meaningful mission. Join our dynamic Lifestyle team as our new Lifestyle Lead today! A few details about the role: Orchestrate and lead therapeutic activities for resident participation for individual as well as group structures. Motivate residents to participate in daily planned activities. Provide high level of resident engagement. Establish one-on-one relationships with residents. Maintain daily one-on-one visitation schedule. Conduct resident activity interest surveys. Strengthen resident activity with the development and coordination of programs. Provide hands-on/on-the-job training to newly hired activities assistants. Provide skill set retraining as assigned.

Document resident attendance to activities. Electronically update care plan to include assessment, activity participation and progress notes.
Oversee the movement of residents to and from recreational areas to participate in scheduled programs include activities held outside of Community. Plan, create and publish monthly programming and transportation calendar.
Communicate on-going performance feedback of activities assistants.
Maintain inventory par levels, track inventory and supplies.
And here’s what you need to apply: High school diploma or equivalent, Associate degree preferred. Two to three years applicable experience
Certifications required by state regulations. Industry certifications include AAC, ADC, ADPC, and ACC. Lifespace has enjoyed over 40 years of success, and this is just the beginning. With new opportunities, continued growth, and the support from your Lifespace family get ready to ignite your life and experience Living Lifespace. COMPANY OVERVIEW: Lifespace Communities headquartered in West Des Moines, Iowa and Dallas, Texas, is one of the nation's largest Senior Living providers of non-profit retirement communities. Lifespace employs over 4,100 team members and servers over 5,400 residents. The organization is committed to creating communities where people are empowered to live their aspirations.

• Equal Opportunity Employer

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $16.91 - $20.37 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dallas, TX 75225: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Experience:

• Caregiving: 1 year (Preferred)

Shift availability:

• Day Shift (Preferred)

Work Location: One location

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