Lifestyle Coordinator - Casual/Per Diem

About the role

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

Responsibilities

• Assist residents in making the adjustment to a new concept of living at our luxury assisted living community.
• Encourage residents to pursue their interests, hobbies, and lifestyle activities, and help them develop new interests.
• Plan fun and safe trips to suitable destinations, such as art galleries, theaters, music venues, racetracks, sports events, and religious and cultural programs.
• Prepare, print, and distribute copies of our monthly calendar, newsletters, and memos to residents.
• Perform planned activities in the absence of the Director of Recreation.
• Maintain a knowledge of resident backgrounds, hobbies, special interests, and spoken languages, etc., and use this knowledge to encourage resident engagement and participation.

Requirements

• One year’s prior experience working with a senior population, and those with Alzheimer’s disease and dementia is preferred.
• 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.
• Able to create programs that get residents involved and excited.
• Dependable and able to supervise activities, special events, and safe excursions for the residents.
• Has creative talents in one or more areas, such as art, music, readings, dance, etc.
• Maintains oneself well-groomed and properly attired.
• Demonstrates good listening and communication skills and always presents a positive spirit and professional attitude.
• Possesses a proven ability to lead classes and other instructional learning sessions and speak in front of a group setting with ease, confidence, and clarity.