Life Enrichment & Volunteer Coordinator

About The Role

English Rose is a premier Assisted Living community comprising six intimate residential homes across Edina and Minnetonka, each thoughtfully designed for just six residents. Specializing in dementia care, we champion an individualized, relationship-driven approach where the ultimate goal is the holistic wellbeing of every person we serve. The Life Enrichment & Volunteer Coordinator integrates closely with the Care Team to create meaningful engagement opportunities for residents with varying physical and cognitive abilities.

Responsibilities

• Plan, coordinate, and support the execution of scheduled activities and engagement opportunities for residents across English Rose homes.
• Develop and maintain program calendars based on resident interests, abilities, preferences, and life stories.
• Collaborate with Caregivers, Home Managers, resident families, and members of the leadership team to create engaging and purposeful programming.
• Facilitate and support resident outings, which includes driving an accessible van.
• Aid in the resident admission process by assisting with the recording of resident life stories and interests to ensure curated and adaptable programming from day one.
• Maintain activity supplies, communication, calendars, and participation records.

Volunteer Program Management

• Help support and grow a volunteer program that enhances resident engagement and meaningful connections throughout English Rose homes.
• Aid in volunteer recruitment, outreach, and community engagement efforts.
• Assist with volunteer screening, interviews, onboarding, and training.
• Match volunteers with residents, homes, activities, and opportunities based on resident needs and volunteer interests.
• Coordinate volunteer schedules, communications, and participation.
• Maintain volunteer records, profiles, and program databases.
• Review and approve volunteer service hours and assist with volunteer references and letters of recommendation.
• Gather stories, photos, and program highlights for newsletters, social media, volunteer communications, and marketing materials.
• Serve as a primary point of contact for volunteers and provide ongoing support.

Community Outreach & Partnerships

• Support and maintain relationships with community organizations, schools, faith communities, service clubs, and volunteer partners.
• Develop and coordinate volunteer recruitment opportunities through community partnerships.
• Represent English Rose at volunteer fairs, community events, and recruitment opportunities.
• Aid in promoting volunteer opportunities within the communities we serve.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years of experience coordinating activities, events, volunteer programs, recreation, education, community engagement, or related programs is preferred.
• Experience working with older adults, volunteers, students, or community groups preferred.
• Dementia care experience preferred; training provided.
• Organized, creative, self-starting, relationship-focused, and able to manage multiple priorities and projects.
• Fluent in English with strong verbal communication and written documentation skills.
• Comfortable speaking with volunteers, community partners, residents, families, and team members.
• Valid driver's license required.
• Able to lift 50 lbs and remain active during 8 hour shifts.

Pay & Schedule

$20-$24/hour (based on experience and qualifications)

Benefits

• PTO
• Tuition Assistance
• Health, Dental & Vision Insurance
• 401(k) with Match
• Pet Insurance
• Annual Massage
• Discounted Auto Repairs
• Hardship Grants & Employee Loan Options

Job Type

Full-time