Job description

POSITION SUMMARY: Coordinate and lead day-to-day programming activities for Life Engagement and Care Partner lead activities for in all areas of Abe’s Garden Community.

ROLES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Meet with Director of Resident and Family Support weekly to report goals for the engagement department, clarify upcoming schedule, and review any immediate needs that have to be addressed.
• Discuss daily with LECs items regarding current and next days’ programming, communicate new ideas, assignments, and/ or make announcements.
• Assist LECs with projects as needed.
• Teach, mentor, and assist Care Partners and LECs to provide a meaningful program of engagements that offers purpose for each member.
• Ensure proper documentation is occurring for engagement.
• Plan and lead a team meeting, once per week to discuss current volunteers, programming, assignments, ask for input, evaluate the program, etc.
• Support the LECs in organizing supplies and equipment in a neat and organized manner.
• Coordinate entertainers and needed supplies for LECs. Complete necessary paperwork from purchases to Sr. Director of Resident and Family Support, on weekly basis.
• Create PowerPoint presentations and Hearthstone activities, as needed.
• Assist the team regarding interventions and challenges for all residents and share lifestyle reminders regarding new residents.
• Train and orient new LEC staff.
• Assist in compiling residential grouping lists, welcome signs, and birthday signs.
• Maintain regular and timely attendance.
• Other duties as assigned.

REQUIREMENTS:

• High School Diploma or GED required, Bachelor’s degree preferred.
• Prior experience with recreational planning for people with Dementia required.
• Experience with recreational planning in a retirement center or Senior Center preferred.
• Experience with Assisted Living Activities preferred.
• Credentials in a Therapeutic or Certified area preferred.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS / WORK ENVIRONMENT:

• Must be able to sit / stand for 8 hours.
• Walking, bending, light lifting up to 50 lbs.
• Must be able to drive to locations to pick up supplies.

Abe's Garden Community is an equal opportunity employer and a drug-free workplace.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $22.00 per hour

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 8 hour shift
• Monday to Friday

Work Location: In person

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