Director of Life Enrichment

Company: Fred Lind Manor
Location: Burnsville
Posted on: May 3, 2021

Job Description:

Do you love what you do, but not where you're doing it? Are you looking for an opportunity to advance in your career with a growing organization?Do you thrive in an environment where meaningful work happens every day? Interested? Keep reading!The Rivers, an Independent, Assisting Living and Memory Care community nestled into the River Hills community in Burnsville, Minnesota, is seeking an energetic, fun and creative full-time Life Enrichment Director to join their team!As a Transforming Age community, The Rivers is comprised of team of dedicated and caring people who have a strong desire to enrich the lives of older adults and our team members. Our workplace emphasizes serving others, team work, our dedication to hospitality and customer service, vigorous innovation and integrity in everything we do.Our Life Enrichment Director is responsible for making The Rivers a fun and engaging place to call home! In this role, you will be responsible for planning, scheduling and coordinating meaningful activities appropriate to the needs and interests of residents and conducive to their physical, mental and social well-being.Plan, schedule and coordinate all resident activitiesPrepare and distribute weekly program contentPlan and coordinate special eventsPlan and coordinate arts program, entertainment for special events, monthly birthday parties, group games, weekly religious services and individual independent projectsProgramming for our Memory Care unit to support care plan and assure person centered approachChampion and role model behavior management techniques for Alzheimer's disease and related dementia diagnosisIncorporate recreational activities from the community and develop close working relationships with community organizationsResponsible for activity-related program training for all team membersOccasionally assist with transporting residents to appointments as well as regular and special recreational outingsManage a small staff of Life Enrichment team membersPromote the Mission, Vision and Values of Transforming Age in all areas of responsibilityRequired Skills/Knowledge/Abilities:An awesome sense of humor, a fun, outgoing personality and caring demeanorThe ability to speak, read and comprehend the English languageKnowledge of special needs of residents (physical, mental and social)Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite productsFamiliarity with Adobe Acrobat and/or Adobe ReaderEducation/Equivalent Experience & Skills:Degree/certification in recreational activities/life enrichment is preferredHigh school diploma or equivalent in education, training and experience.Minimum 2 years working experience in activities/life enrichment with seniorsOne year supervisory management experienceStrong interpersonal skills working with seniorsA current and valid driver's license consistent with the requirements determined by size of vehicle and laws of the state in which the driver is licensedMust possess a clean driving recordThe Rivers is proud to offer comprehensive benefits which include medical, dental, vision, 403(b) with company match, paid holidays, generous vacation and sick time and other outstanding programs. We are a drug and alcohol-free employer. Criminal background and drug test will be required upon contingent offer of employment.We look forward to hearing from you! Come join us and help us fulfill our vision to Transform the Perception of Age.It's easy and takes just a few minutes. Make sure you finish your application as only completed job applications will be submitted to employers.2 - Provide your address and voluntary eeoc informationIf you prefer to apply via text messaging, please send code 98855 to phone number (952) 314-2373 .Please do not contact the employer directly - apply only through this site.1. Please answer the questions below:What is your email address?Type your email address againWhat is your phone number? (mobile preferred)Check this if it's ok to send text messages to the number provided above related to your job applicationCheck this if you're on a public computer that other people use1. Do you have a driver's license?Yes No2. Do you have a clean driving record?Yes No3. Do you have a reliable form of transportation to get to work on time?Yes No4. Will you be willing to submit to a background check and take a drug test?Yes No5. Do you have a high school diploma or the state equivalent?Yes No6. What are your salary expectations?Yes Noby checking this box I verify that I am at least 16 years of ageby checking this box I agree to the Jobalign Data Usage, Privacy Policy and Terms of Use (show)By continuing you're agreeing to the terms and conditions of use and allowing us to share your information with employers who are interested in you as an employee. You'll be the first to know about similar jobs nearby for free. (you can stop getting job alerts at any time)SDL2017

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