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Lifestyle / Activities Coordinator - Full Time

Maplewood Senior Living

#Healthcare #Senior Living #Resident Engagement #Dementia Care #Activity Coordination #Wellness Programs #Elderly Care #TRD Certification #HEART Philosophy

Quick overview

Plan and implement diverse resident activities and wellness programs using the HEART philosophy to support engagement. Facilitate socialization, coordinate special events, and provide daily assistance during meals and outings.

Requirements summary

Preferred candidates have a TRD certification or associate's degree and at least 2 years of experience in dementia care. A valid driver's license with a clean driving record is required.

associate degreeprofessional certificateOrganizational SkillsCreativityResident AssessmentActivity PlanningEvent CoordinationTransportation CoordinationDementia CareCalendar PreparationSocialization FacilitationHEART Philosophy

Job description

Job Title

Lifestyle /
Activities
Coordinator
Location:
Weston
Employment
Type:
Full
Time
Compensation: Starting at $24 ***Based on experience
Department: Activities

About Us

Want to know what makes our employees eager about going to work every day? The people we serve. Being a part of Maplewood requires passion and a desire to help others. Each employee has the ability to touch the hearts of all our seniors and be a part of something bigger than themselves. It’s not just a job. It’s an extraordinary life.

Maplewood Senior Living is a state-of-the-art, forward-thinking senior living provider.
We offer a home-like, luxury environment for our residents, allowing them to live “the good life” in a safe environment.
As an associate of Maplewood Senior Living, you will have the ability to make a profound difference in the lives of seniors each and every day.
As we continue to grow, we are seeking LIFESTYLE COORDINATOR to become part of our family.
We invite you to take your first step toward a rewarding career with us!

Position Summary

Lifestyle Coordinator planned and facilitated diverse resident activities to support engagement, wellness, and community involvement

Key Responsibilities

Plan and implement activities utilizing the HEART philosophy
Perform daily assessments of residents to determine programs according to individual plan of care
Facilitate socialization among residents
Promote activities in a way that piques residents’ interest by using the Staying Connected Form
Provide input into each resident’s assistance plan
Plan, coordinate and help implement decorations for special events, seasons and holidays
Plan weekly out trips
Identify and place requisitions from supervisor for needed supplies for planned activities
Provide daily assistance during all meals
Provide monitoring and direction to residents on the neighborhood to assist with maintaining their prior lifestyle
Assist with transportation for activity outings and regularly scheduled group trips
Carry out other duties as assigned by supervisor to ensure smooth operation of the program and to meet resident’s needs
Assist with calendar preparation

Education/Experience/Licensure/Certification

Experience in activity planning with seniors preferred
Thorough knowledge of dementia related issues
TRD certification, associate's degree, or additional training in related field preferred
Minimum of 2 years' work-related experience in an environment which focuses on dementia care, preferred
Evidence in creativity
Demonstrated organizational skills
Mature, pleasant, friendly, and cheerful personality
Driver
Requirements: Driver license required with clean driving record. May be required to take driving test

Why You'll Love working for Us

Competitive wages
Flexible shifts
Growth opportunities
Bonus & incentive programs
Competitive
Benefits
Package: including medical, dental, vision, 401K match, company paid time-off, life insurance policy, insurance deductibles and voluntary Aflac insurance for our full-time employees.