Life Enrichment Specialist

Life Enrichment Specialist

Leisure Living of Crestwood Village

Part Time: Flexible; every other weekend required

$13/hour

POSITION SUMMARY
Responsible for implementation of life enrichment programs that encourage and stimulate residents’ physical, cognitive, social and spiritual needs.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Develop, lead and facilitate recreational programs appropriate for small and large groups, and one-on-one that promote resident satisfaction
• Assist with resident outings and special events
• Lead and facilitate intergenerational programs
• Assist with distribution of monthly life enrichment calendar
• Assist with tastefully decorating the community for holidays and events
• Participate in hosting community events
• Work with a group of community volunteers for life enrichment activities
• Promote positive relationships with residents, staff and visitors

Perform any other duties as requested within the scope of responsibility and requirements of the job.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Must work to demonstrate Leisure Living Management Values:

• Live and work each day with purpose
• Accept accountability and demonstrate responsibility
• Embrace lifelong learning
• Promote mutual respect
• Display transparency
• Appreciate diversity
• Practice forgiveness
• Be thankful

SKILLS AND ABILITIES

Education and Experience

High School Diploma/GED required. Previous experience working in as assisted living or long- term care environment preferred.

Computer Skills
Must have demonstrable knowledge and experience using Microsoft Office in a Windows environment, with a capacity to master company specific software.

Other Requirements

• Ability to multi-task, prioritize and work with minimal supervision
• Effective oral and written communication skills
• Professional telephone etiquette and customer service skills
• Superior communication and interpersonal skills
• Communicate in a respectful and professional manner with residents, families, co-workers and leadership staff at the community
• Developed organizational skills
• Ability to problem solve and demonstrate good judgement
• Team oriented self-starter with demonstrated ability to accept direction and work well with supervisor
• Promote teamwork by working with coworkers in a positive and cooperative manner
• Ability to maintain a high level of confidentiality

PHYSICAL DEMANDS

• Stand – Frequently
• Walk – Frequently
• Sit – Frequently
• Reach outward – Occasionally
• Reach above shoulder – Occasionally
• Climb – N/A
• Squat or Kneel – Occasionally
• Bend – Occasionally
• Twist – Occasionally
• Lift/Carry/Transfer
  • 10 lbs. or less – Occasionally
  • 11-20 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 21-50 lbs. – Frequently
  • 51-100 lbs. – Occasionally
  • Over 100 lbs. – N/A
• Push/Pull
  • 10 lbs. or less – Frequently
  • 11-20 lbs. – Frequently
  • 21-50 lbs. – Occasionally
  • 51-100 lbs. – Occasionally

Connecting Seniors, Families and Communities

For over 37 years, our senior living communities have served seniors and their families across Michigan, Ohio, Indiana, Iowa, Kentucky, and Tennessee, with each location offering unique services including independent, enhanced, and assisted living, as well as memory care and rehabilitation and skilled nursing. Through forming authentic connections and committing to creating the absolute best experiences each day for our residents and their families, we’ve created a special culture within our communities that allows our employees to do their best work and our residents to shine every day.

Not Just Making Every Day Great. Making Every Minute Great. There are 1,440 minutes in every single day. We aspire to make each one of them an exceptional moment. This philosophy is supported by our 6 powerful, yet simple pillars: Dream Big, Have Courage, Take Initiative, Be Accountable, Give Back & Enjoy it. We strive to fulfill the aspirational yet unattainable goal of creating the absolute best experience with every person, in every interaction, every minute of every day.

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