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Life Enrichment Coord

HRA
Full-time
On-site
Madison, Connecticut, United States


NON-EXEMPT
Assists in the implementation of a comprehensive activities program geared to
meet the spiritual, physical, social and psychosocial needs of community
residents.
Essential Functions:
 Assist the DLE with planning, coordinating and running all
community activities
 Assists with the planning of the monthly activities calendar and
monthly newsletter (if necessary)
 Encourages residents to participate in community activities,
assisting them to attend, while supporting the resident’s
independence
 Help with ordering supplies and equipment for regular activities
 May be required to attend outings off-site and help to keep
track of residents ensuring a meaningful and safe trip for
all
 Carry out other duties as assigned by the DLE
 Help maintain the Activity Participation Tracking Chart, if
applicable
 Assists in the success of the community Parallel Programming
schedule
 When interacting with residents and/or family members, is mindful
of the Resident’s Rights to Privacy
 May be required to safely drive the residents to and from the
activities when needed
 The ability to work in a safe and alert manner
 The ability to take ownership for associate’s safety and the safety of
the residents
 Must disclose any medication that might impair associate’s ability
to perform the job safely or competently.
Non-Essential Functions:
 Leads by example exhibiting the CORE Values through servant
leadership
 Must possess a passion to work with and around senior citizens
 Encourages teamwork and promotes company philosophy
 Attends required community meetings as required
 Complete all required courses in adherence with HRA University
 Is prompt and able to perform the required duties of the position on
a regular, predictable basis
 Becomes familiar and understands how to report a missing person using the Safe Return program or equivalent if applicable
 All associates are responsible for maintaining a safe and secure environment for all community residents

Qualifications/Skills/Educational Requirements:
 High school diploma
 Background in art, music, drama, or occupational therapy preferred
 Able to communicate effectively with all levels of management,
associates, residents, family members, and outside contacts
 One-year experience in a social or recreational program in a
licensed health care setting preferred
 Knowledge of Alzheimer’s Dementia preferred

This position requites time spent on the following physical activities: