Life Enrichment Coordinator bei SUNNYSIDE PRESBYTERIAN HOME

Description

Life Enrichment Coordinator - Health Care/Skilled Care

Full Time - Benefits Eligible: Medical, Dental, Vision, 401(k) + company match, Life, Disability, Accident, Cancer, Critical Illness, Hospital Indemnity, Flex Spending, Employee Assistance Program, Long Term Care, Pet Insurance & more!

Join our vibrant community as an Events Coordinator dedicated to enriching the lives of our residents through engaging and meaningful activities. This role offers an exciting opportunity to develop and implement a diverse program of recreational, educational, and spiritual activities that foster community spirit, personal growth, and well-being. If you are passionate about creating inclusive programs that cater to individual needs and enhance daily life, we invite you to become a vital part of our team.

Key Responsibilities:

- Develop and implement a comprehensive program of activities that promote recreation, diversion, intellectual, educational, and spiritual development for our Health Care residents.

- Coordinate and facilitate a variety of events and activities tailored to residents’ individual conditions and requirements.

- Integrate activity programs seamlessly into residents’ daily routines to enhance their overall quality of life.

- Collaborate with staff, residents, and community partners to ensure activities are engaging, accessible, and inclusive.

- Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of programs, making adjustments as needed to meet residents’ evolving needs.

- Maintain accurate records of activities, participation, and feedback to support continuous improvement.

Skills and Qualifications:

- Proven experience in event planning, recreational programming, or a related field.

- Bachelor’s degree in recreational therapy or Certified Activities Professional preferred.

- Strong organizational and time-management skills.

- Excellent interpersonal and communication skills, with the ability to engage diverse populations.

- Ability to assess individual needs and adapt programs accordingly.

- Knowledge of community resources and activities that support educational, spiritual, and recreational development.

- Compassionate, patient, and dedicated to enhancing residents’ well-being.

- Current Virginia driver’s license and meet driver eligibility requirements per Sunnyside policy (HR69) as well as ability to drive a 13 passenger wheelchair bus.

- Operate personal computer, printer, copy machines and other general office equipment. Familiar with Microsoft Office (Word, Excel, Publisher, PowerPoint) and the ability to learn new software programs.

At King’s Grant, we foster a welcoming and supportive environment that values growth, diversity, and community engagement. We offer opportunities for professional development and a rewarding experience making a positive impact on residents’ lives. If you are committed to creating vibrant, inclusive programs that promote holistic well-being, we look forward to your application.

Requirements

• Develops, implements and oversees events programs for KG Community that will meet social, spiritual and intellectual needs of residents.
• Maximizes participation of residents in events programs.
• Assesses and documents resident information in compliance with State and Federal Laws.
• Researches and develops new programs for residents.
• Develops programs to increase resident visibility and involvement with community services resource people.
• Recognizes the specific needs of the Alzheimer/dementia resident.
• Plans HC events which involve residents, their families, and occasionally employees.
• Plans trips for all residents in Health Care/Skilled unit.
• Maintain accurate records of department purchases so that all monies are accounted for HC activities expense accounts.
• Monitor and make recommendations that assure compliance with safety standards for residents and staff. 
• Monitors involvement pattern of residents so that resident participation is maximized.
• Oversees the displays for bulletin boards and seasonal decorations that are of high interest to residents.
• Coordinates writing and circulation of newsletters and events calendars for residents.
• Plan out the monthly activity calendar for licensed areas 
• Oversee Aviary in Health Care unit – keep it clean and responsible for feeding/watering
• Reporting for licensed areas
• Might be required to train with wheelchair safety for volunteers, sitters, etc.
• Possess skill and ability to plan, organize, implement and direct the craft activities program using strong skills in the arts and crafts area.
• Possess strong communication skills in order to interact with residents through reality orientation techniques and motivational   therapy as well as supervises volunteers.
• Operate general office equipment.
• Meet all training requirements as required by Federal and State Regulations, company and community policies. 
• Demonstrate a commitment to safety by following safety rules and guidelines; follow good housekeeping practices, take proper care of equipment and perform job duties and responsibilities in a safe and responsible manner. 
• Demonstrate dependability, reliability and punctuality. Report to work when schedule, ready to work.