Activities/Life Enrichment Coordinator at Plymouth Place Senior Living

La Grange Park, Illinois, United States -

Full Time

Start Date

Immediate

Expiry Date

07 Oct, 26

Salary

20.0

Posted On

09 Jul, 26

Experience

0 year(s) or above

Remote Job

Yes

Telecommute

Yes

Sponsor Visa

Skills

Activity Scheduling, Event Organizing, Resident Assessment, Microsoft Office Suite, Organizational Skills, Multi-tasking, Person Centered Care, Volunteer Coordination, Communication Skills

Industry

Hospitality

Description

Description Activities/Life Enrichment Coordinator Job Summary: The Activities/Life Enrichment Coordinator is responsible for implementing and coordinating life Enriching person centered care programs and activities for residents as assigned by the Activities/Life Enrichment Coordinator. This includes, but is not limited to: assisting residents with standing and walking, reminders, prompting and escort. Provides compassionate care. Learn about Plymouth Place Benefit Packet offered to all Full-Time Employees: 2026 Benefit Guide here ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS/RESPONSIBILITIES: Employee will apply skills to ensure Person Centered Care as exhibited through our Pillars of Excellence: PEOPLE STEWARDSHIP SERVICE QUALITY GROWTH · Utilizes assessment data for each Resident on campus, initially and periodically, to determine preferences for social programs, and assesses each resident’s capability to successfully engage in meaningful social programs; documents same and shares information with appropriate staff. · Plans and implements social programs that address the following human needs: · Physical, cognitive/intellectual/educational, spiritual, service-related, sensory, community involvement, expressive/creative arts, family involvement, and social events. · Balances the social program calendar to reflect the collective resident profile (i.e. if 10% of residents require one on one programming, then 10% of programming reflects that need; if 5% of residents prefer musical programming, then 5% of programming reflects that preference). This balance includes programs provided by all persons who interact with residents. · Recommends, creates, contributes to, coordinates and/or implements programming calendars across the community. · Recommends, creates, and/or coordinates social programming provided by staff or others (other Residents, families, volunteers) who are not Life Enrichment Coordinators. · Incorporates Volunteers into programming in ways that are mutually beneficial and satisfying to volunteers and residents, as well as the over-all social programming at Plymouth Place. · Supports the recruitment of volunteers by identifying and communicating opportunities. · Collaborates with team in decision-making regarding variance from scheduled programming as necessary · Maintain regular and punctual attendance at work and meetings. · Attends in-service and education programs. OTHER DUTIES: Please note this job description is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities that are required of the team member for this job. Duties, responsibilities, and activities may change at any time with or without notice. During emergencies or natural disasters may be required to be on duty for the duration of the disaster. Additional duties, responsibilities, and activities to be completed as assigned. Requirements High school diploma or general education degree (GED) required. Completion of 36 hour Activity Course desired but not required Previous experience in congregate setting or long- term care desired. KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS AND ABILITIES REQUIRED: Knowledge of developing activity schedules Experience with peer and individual organizing events Experience of Senior Continuum Care Significant skills in assessing capability and preference are required as a basis for planning, implementation and evaluation of programs Proficient with Microsoft Office Suite or related software. Solid organizational skills including attention to detail and multi-tasking skills. Ability to read, write and speak English sufficient to perform job duties and to interact and communicate with residents, families, and employees. Plymouth Place is an Equal Employment Opportunity and E-Verify compliant Employer

Responsibilities

Implement and coordinate person-centered life enrichment programs and social activities for residents. This includes assessing resident preferences, managing the activity calendar, and coordinating with volunteers and staff.