Life Enrichment Coordinator in Santee, California at Lantern Crest Employees Inc

Job Description

Position Title: Activities Coordinator (Life Enrichment Coordinator)

Department: Life Enrichment

Supervised By: Activities Director (Life Enrichment Director)

Location: Santee, Ca

Status: Non-Exempt/Hourly

Posted: 05/25/206

Closing Date: Until Filled

Compensation: $ DOE

Hours: Vary depending on need

General Statement of Responsibilities:

The Activities Coordinator is responsible for planning, organizing, and implementing engaging life enrichment programs within their assigned building that enhance residents’ physical, emotional, cognitive, social, and spiritual well-being. This position ensures daily programming is consistent with the community’s standards and supports the Life Enrichment Director’s overall program strategy.

The Activities Coordinator supervises the Activities Assistant and ensures residents have meaningful opportunities for engagement, connection, and quality of life.

Specific Duties and Responsibilities:

1. Plan and implement a monthly activity calendar for the assigned building.

1. Coordinate daily programs including recreational, social, educational, cultural, and wellness activities.

1. Lead group activities such as games, exercise classes, music, crafts, discussion groups, andspecial events.

1. Encourage resident participation and engagement.

1. Transport residents to and fromoff siteactivitiessafely withuseof company vehicles.

1. Adapt programs to accommodate residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

1. Build positive relationships with residents and encourage social participation.

1. Identifyresident interests and preferences to enhance programming.

1. Provide individualized activities for residents who may notparticipatein group programming.

1. Provide guidance and direction to the Activities Assistant.

1. Assistwith scheduling and coordinating staff support for activities.

1. Support training and onboarding of Life Enrichment staff as directed.

1. Assistin coordinatingspecial events, holiday celebrations, and community outings.

1. Work with the Director to plan campus-wide events.

1. Maintain activity participation records asrequired.

1. Ensure activity calendars are posted and communicated to residents.

1. Follow all applicable California Title 22 RCFE regulations.

1. Work closely with care staff, dining services, and other departments to support resident well-being.

1. Communicate with residents and familiesregardingprograms.

1. Ensure activities are conducted safely and appropriately.

1. Participate in daily stand-up and department meetings to communicate key issues, share updates, andmaintainalignment with overall community goals.

1. Support community marketing efforts through interactions with tours, engaging prospects, attending events toshowcaseLife Enrichment departmentinitiatives.

1. Maintain current knowledge of senior living, assisted living, and dementia-specific care through ongoing education.

1. Worka flexible schedule as needed to support events, tours, and community outreach.

1. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Education/Experience:

High school diploma or equivalent required. Associate’s or Bachelor’s degree in Recreation, Gerontology, or related field preferred. Minimum one (1) year of experience in activities programming, hospitality, senior living, or recreation preferred. Knowledge of California Title 22 regulations preferred.

Licenses/Certifications:

A valid driver’s license required with application submission and must be maintained throughout employment.  

Character:

Applicants must have a reputation for honesty and trustworthiness.  Must be responsible and able to exercise good judgment, accept administrative supervision, pay attention to detail, follow instructions, including the ability to interact effectively and communicate with people in a professional and courteous manner.  Must be highly confidential and work as a team with other staff.  Applicants should be sensitive to clients’ needs.

Skills:

Ability to work with elderly residents, including those with dementia. Strong team building, interpersonal, and organizational skills. Ability to establish and maintain effective peer relationships with coworkers within the Department, community-wide, and the public. Must be able to express ideas clearly, concisely, address audiences effectively, and exercise balanced judgment in evaluating situations and making decisions. Willing to be part of a team and cooperate in accomplishing department goals and objectives. Ability to prioritize, meet deadlines, take initiative, be proactive, and function in a rapidly changing environment. Ability to work with people of all social and ethnic backgrounds, resolve conflicts, negotiate situations, and facilitate consensus.  

Physical and Personal Requirements:

Normal office environment. Sit or stand for long periods of time. Reach, bend, climb, stoop, lift up to 25 lbs. repetitive hand movement; use and view PC. Ability to assist with activity setup and accompany residents on outings. Reliable transportation and car insurance as required by the state. Travel as needed.

Compliance:

Each employee plays a key role in creating a compliance culture. Employees are expected to learn and comply with all Lantern Crest policies and procedures. One must have the ability to understand the implications and complexities of all compliance policies. Participation in all compliance training is mandatory and generally has a heightened awareness of policies and regulations that are specific to one’s department and position. All Lantern Crest employees are expected to report violations or suspected violations of compliance policies or regulations. 

Other:

Applicants must successfully pass a pre-screening tuberculin skin test or x-ray and a urine drug screen test. Candidates will be required to undergo a physical to ensure health is adequate to perform all duties of the position. Applicants must complete application and authorization form, both must be submitted to Human Resources prior to the close date indicated. Applicants will be required to undergo a background check consisting of fingerprinting and criminal records check with DOJ and FBI.

Benefits Available:

Medical /Dental/Vision

Retirement Savings Plan (401k)

Health Flexible Spending Accounts/Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts

Life and Accident Insurance

Short Term Disability/Hospital Indemnity/Critical Illness

Paid Time Off

Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for Employees and their Dependents