Lifestyle Coordinator

About the role

The Bristal Assisted Living seeks a creative, compassionate, hands-on Lifestyle Coordinator to assist in planning and coordinating recreational programs for residents, including those with Alzheimer's disease or dementia in the Reflections Memory Care Neighborhood.

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in adjusting to a new concept of living
• Encourage residents to pursue and develop new interests
• Plan fun and safe trips to various destinations
• Prepare, print, and distribute copies of the monthly calendar, newsletters, and memos
• Perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation
• Maintain knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and languages

Requirements

• One year’s prior experience working with a senior population, and those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia (a plus)
• At least 6 months of recreation activity experience (art therapy, music therapy) or event leadership experience, and preferably in assisted living, long-term care or a similar industry setting
• Outgoing, warm personality with genuine caring
• Able to create engaging programs and lead activities
• Dependable and capable of supervising activities and excursions
• Has creative talents in one or more areas
• Maintains personal appearance and demeanor
• Good listening and communication skills
• Ability to lead classes and speak confidently in front of groups
• Proven ability to organize and present instructional sessions

Qualifications

• High school diploma or equivalent