Director of Life Enrichment
Director of Life Enrichment
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Job Description
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Position Summary
In this role you will be responsible for planning organizing developing and directing the overall operation of the Life Enrichment Department in accordance with the current federal state and local standards guidelines and regulations established policies and procedures and as directed by the Executive Director. You will also ensure that an ongoing program of activities is designed to meet in accordance with the comprehensive assessment the interests and the physical mental and psychosocial wellbeing of each resident.
Essential Functions Key Duties & Responsibilities
- Plan develop organize implement evaluate and direct a holistic approach to activities life enrichment and resident engagement around the development of the Seven Dimensions of Wellness.
- Create update and coordinate the community Newsletter.
- Recruit hire and train departmental associates and volunteers within budgeted guidelines.
- Provide management of performance enhancements annual reviews and terminations in conjunction with Human Resources.
- Delegate the authority responsibility and accountability necessary to other responsible department personnel to maintain the operations of the department.
- Assist with the development administration and coordination of department policies and procedures reviewing them annually in conjunction with the Executive Director.
- Maintain knowledge of current federal and state regulations as well as professional standards through attendance of educational programs and inservices as needed.
- Participate in the development and implementation of activity care plans and resident assessments.
- Involve residents and family members in the planning of activities.
- Serve as a communication liaison for families regarding resident engagement scheduled programs and updates within the life enrichment department.
- Ensure department supplies and activity resources are purchased stocked and updated in a timely manner within budgeted guidelines.
- Perform administrative requirements such as completing forms and generating reports as needed.
- Develop implement and maintain an ongoing quality assurance program for the department.
- Arrange transportation or assist in transporting residents safely on outings/trips as needed.
- Perform other duties as assigned.
- Comply with all policies and procedures and any updates.
Position Requirements
Education: Associates degree preferably in occupational therapy or related field
Licenses/Certifications: Activity Director certification required Therapeutic Recreation Specialist Certification preferred
Experience: 2 years in recreational therapy or a related field and at least 1 years of leadership experience
Skills & Abilities:
- Ability to express joy compassion and patience toward residents participating in activities
- Ability to generate interest excitement and enthusiasm about activities and events at the community
Travel: Limited travel may be required for offsite activities and events
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Employment Type
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