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Life Enrichment Coordinator

Covenant Living Communities and Services · Chicago, IL · 1 mo ago
Management$17.52–$23.06/hrFull-time

About the role

The purpose of this position is to plan, coordinate, assist and implement a full life enrichment program and volunteer program, as well as maintaining and updating on-campus communication.

Responsibilities

  • Collaborate with the resident services director in the planning, implementation and facilitation of social and recreational programs at the campus.
  • Program include structured individual and group activities and facilitating resident-led events and activities.
  • At times, may be necessary to drive company vehicle when facilitating off campus events.
  • Ensure all social and recreational programming guidelines are in accordance with CL's LifeConnect® philosophy.
  • Support and assist in the marketing of programs to the community and staff, this includes updating the MyCov Life app based on the residents’ level of living.
  • Plan for and escort when needed off-campus events such as educational outings, special trips, musical performances, and others while maintain compliance with CL Policy.
  • Collaborate with the Life Enrichment in the coordination of the resident and community volunteer program.
  • Develop and direct the volunteer program, including recruiting, scheduling, and coordinating volunteers for the campus.
  • Coordinate with other departments in the planning, implementation and facilitation of events to include townhall and resident council meetings.
  • Periodically, this position will be responsible for planning, coordinating and implementing larger-scale events.
  • Update on-campus TV channel.
  • Utilize other methods of formal communication to residents and staff (such as monthly newsletter, information board, etc.) appropriately.
  • Provide newsletter editing as needed.
  • Stay current with trends in the field of recreational programming for older adults and assure that Covenant Living standards for activity programs are met or exceeded.
  • Provide welcome and orientation as new residents move-in create.
  • Update care plans, interventions and attend care conferences as needed.

Requirements

Education And Work Experience Required: Degree: High School Diploma or Equivalent Preferred Degree: Associate’s Degree Experience: 2+ Years

Skills and Abilities

  • Experience in working with senior adults.
  • Strong communication, organization, creativity, problem solving and teamwork skills.
  • Design and implement programs compatible with state regulations.
  • Able to train and mentor a team.
  • Develop and schedule life enrichment programs in alignment with patients interests.

Physical Requirements

  • Sufficient physical ability and mobility to work in an office/community setting.
  • Ability to stand or sit for prolonged periods of time.
  • Ability to occasionally stoop, bend, kneel, crouch, reach, and twist.
  • Ability to lift, carry, push, and/or pull light to moderate amounts of weight up to 50 lbs.
  • Ability to operate various equipment base on department and weather conditions.
  • Engaging in repetitive movements of wrists, hands, and fingers – typing and/or writing.
  • Clarity of Vision: For near visual acuity Clarity of vision at approximately 20 inches or less (i.e., working with small objects or reading small print), including use of computers.
  • For far visual acuity, Clarity of vision at 20 feet or more.

Pay

Compensation Pay Range: $17.52 - $23.06 per hour

Benefits

  • Medical, dental and vision insurance.
  • Employer paid group term life and disability.
  • Paid Time Off (PTO) & six paid holidays.
  • 403(b) with a 3% employer match.
  • Fitness center use at most facilities.
  • Voluntary benefits: Life, AD&DTuition assistance and scholarships.
  • Employee assistance program.
  • Legal services, home/auto insurance, discount purchasing program.
  • Pet Insurance.

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